96M0365

User's Manual
Visual KV Series

Support software

How this manual is organized: The Visual KV Series Users Manual is composed of 3 separate manuals; 1-Installation, 2-Support Software, 3-Programming. Please read each manual relevant to your purpose.

Safety Precautions
This instruction manual describes the operation and function of the KV Series PLC. Read this manual carefully to ensure safe use and maximum performance from your KV Series PLC.

Symbols
The following symbols alert you to important messages. Be sure to read these messages carefully.

WARNING shock, burn, etc.)

Failure to follow instructions may lead to injury. (electric

CAUTION
Note:

Failure to follow instructions may lead to product damage.

Provides additional information on proper operation.

Conventions
This manual describes the operation/function of all Keyence KV Series PLC. Note following conventions when you use.
Visual KV (Series) KV-10xx, 16xx, 24xx, 40xx Conventional KV (Series) KV-300 (Series) KV-10/80 (Series) KV-10AR/AT/DR/DT KV-24AR/AT/DR/DT KV-10R(W)/T(W) KV-24R(W)/T(W) KV-80R(W)/T(W) KV-300 KV-16AR/AT/DR/DT KV-40AR/AT/DR/DT KV-16R(W)/T(W) KV-40R(W)/T(W)

General Precautions
At startup and during operation, be sure to monitor the functions and performance of the KV Sereis PLC. We recommend that you take substantial safety measures to avoid any damage in the event a problem occurs. Do not open or modify the KV Series PLC or use it in any way other than described in the specifications. When the KV Series PLC is used in combination with other instruments, functions and performance may be degraded, depending on operating conditions and the surrounding environment. Do not use the KV Series PLC for the purpose of protecting the human body.

Note: The built-in display may show the error message "Error 40" blinking the very first time you turn on the power supply to the Visual KV Series. Press any key around the display to cancel this message. The Visual KV Series shows this message when no program is loaded.

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Note to User
When using the Visual KV Series in the following conditions or environments, be sure to use the Visual KV Series with sufficient margin regarding the rating and functions, take appropriate safety precautions such as fail-safe, and contact our sales personnel if any questions arise. Use in conditions or environments not described in this manual Use for nuclear power control, railway facilities, air service facilities, vehicles, combustion devices, medical equipment, amusement machines, safety equipment, etc. Use for applications where large effects are predicted to be given on human lives and properties and safety is especially requested.

Restriction on Acquiring the CE Marking

s Restriction to be compatible with EMC directives When using a relay output type unit (whose model name ends with "R"), connect spark killers having the appropriate withstand voltage against the load to the output terminals in parallel to contacts (because the unit discharges when a relay contact becomes open and noise is generated). In our experiments, we use the following models of spark killers. XEB0101 0.1 F-10 manufactured by OKAYA DENKI SANGYO The following 1-turn ferrite core is added to the AC power input circuit of the KV40AR/T, the KV-24AR/T and to the DC power input circuit of the KV-40DR/T. ZCAT3035-1330 manufactured by TDK Note: The contents above do not by themselves ensure that the entire machine manufactured in accordance with the above contents is compatible with EMC directives. You must judge by yourself whether or not the entire machine is compatible with EMC directives because compatibility may change depending on the component configuration, wiring and location inside of the machine. s Restriction on compatibility with low-voltage directives (IEC-1010-1) Use insulated type crimp-style terminals. For wiring materials, use lead wires whose sheath is 0.4 mm or more. The Visual KV Series is allowed to be installed in a vertical position only. (Spacers for expansion units are not available.) Be sure to use the Visual KV Series inside the control panel.

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Features of the Visual KV Series

q Extremely small The Visual KV Series is the smallest in the world among AC type PLCs equipped with screw terminal blocks, and saves installation space. q Extremely fast The minimum scan time is 140 s and minimum instruction execution time is 0.7 s, which is the fastest control in its class. q AC power built-in type newly added AC power built-in type units are newly added. This type can be used in small spaces where a switching power supply unit cannot be installed. q Excellent Access Window An Access Window with two-color backlight is adopted in all models to facilitate changing and monitoring of device data. Changing between RUN mode and PROGRAM mode, checking the error code when an error has occurred, etc. can be performed in a Visual KV Series unit without the need for any handheld programmer. The analog trimmer, which has been popular in the conventional KV Series, is digitized to enable more detail settings. [Digital trimmers] q User message setting function In the Access Window, 256 different user messages can be displayed. This function can be used to give instructions on works on the production line, indicate abnormalities in the units, etc. q Program write in RUN mode Ladder programs can be changed even while the system is running. q Equipped with two serial ports Visual KV Series basic units are equipped with two serial ports to connect peripheral units, improving the debug environment. (The KV-10xx is equipped with only one serial port.) q Easy Ramp-up/down control function The one-axis motor control function is offered separately from high-speed counters so that feedback control is enabled. q Equipped with two 24-bit high-speed 30 kHz, two-phase counters The Visual KV Series is equipped with two high-speed counters each with a twopoint comparator output function that enables high-speed encoder input. q Specified frequency pulse output function High-speed counters can function as pulse oscillators of 50 kHz maximum with easy setting, without creating a complicated ladder program. q Frequency counter function High-speed counters can function as frequency counters with easy setting, without creating complicated ladder programs. q Cam switch function High-speed counters can function as cam switches with easy setting, without creating complicated ladder programs.

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q Interrupt function The Visual KV Series is equipped with four high-speed interrupt inputs of 10 s maximum. q Input time constant change function The time constant can be set in 7 steps from 10 s to 10 ms. q Double memory backup functions In addition to a conventional SRAM battery backup function, the Visual KV Series is also equipped with an EEPROM backup function.

Compatibility with Conventional KV Series Peripheral Units

The Visual KV Series functions as a high-end compatible model of the conventional KV Series. Peripheral units of the conventional KV Series such as the ladder support software "KV IncrediWare (DOS)" and "LADDER BUILDER for KV" and the handheld programmer KV-P3E(01) can be used since they are part of the Visual KV Series. However, it should be noted that the contents have changed as follows. The internal clock cycle of high-speed counters consists of three types: 1 s, 10 s, and 100 s. The time constant for an input relay specified by the HSP instruction is 10 s. The analog trimmer function is set with the Access Window built into the basic unit. The available device setting range of the TMIN instruction is from 0 to 65535. [Handheld programmer KV-P3E(01) can display 0 to 9999 .] The RUN/PROGRAM LED is displayed in the Access Window provided on the front face of the basic unit. Transistor output is not independent, but is common. With the transistor type, the output terminal layout is different. The specifications for output current of transistor outputs Nos. 500 to 502 is 100 mA. Conventional KV Series expansion units are not available as expansion units for the Visual KV Series. The channel setting switch is not provided for expansion units. Channels are determined in connection order. Scans in expansion I/O units are not synchronous with the scan time in Visual KV Series basic units. Assignment of special utility relays has partially changed. Data memory device Nos. DM1000 to DM1999 are assigned as special data memories.

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Cautions when using the previous version of ladder support software

Pay strict attention to the following items when using the ladder support software. When using the ladder support software "KV IncrediWare (DOS)" or "LADDER BUILDER for KV Ver. 1.0x", set the model to "KV-300". DM0 to DM1999 are only available.

CAUTION

When the ladder support software "LADDER BUILDER for KV Ver. 1.0x" is used, do not use the monitors Change All function. If the Change All function is used, the basic unit may be damaged. Never use the Change All function.

Peripheral units and other units incompatible with the Visual KV Series
Peripheral units in the conventional KV Series and other units shown below are not compatible with the Visual KV Series. Expansion I/O units for the conventional KV Series: KV-8ER/8ET/8EX/16EX/ 8EYR/8EYT/16EYR/16EYT Analog I/O units for the conventional KV Series: KV-AD4/DA4

Cautions when Using the Serial Port

The KV-16xx/24xx/40xx units are equipped with two RJ-11 modular connectors for serial communication. When using them, pay strict attention to the following contents: Programs can be transferred and monitored using either communication port A or B. However, never connect the ladder software and a handheld programmer to the two ports at the same time. The KV-D20 operator interface panel can be connected to either communication port A or B. However, only one KV-D20 unit can be connected to a single basic unit. Never leave both the KV-D20 operator interface panel and KV-P3E(01) handheld programmer on simultaneously for a long period of time.

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Cautions when writing in RUN mode

WARNING
In the Visual KV Series, a program can be changed using the ladder support software "LADDER BUILDER for KV" even while the program is running. Pay strict attention to safety when performing any writes in RUN mode. The situation may become extremely dangerous depending on the status of the controller device connected to the PLC or the program used.

When writing in RUN mode, each function is offered as follows:

KV function While running Delete the used ones. All new ones. Initialized Initialized After writing

When set values for high-speed counter comparators are changed, the current High-speed counter Change the set values values of the high-speed counters are High-speed counter for high-speed counter also changed in the same way as comparator FUN70 is executed with the KV-P3E(01) comparators used handheld programmer.
"Changing set value of timer/counter: FUN70" (p.1-222)

No change Internal auxiliary relay/special auxiliary relay Easy ramp up-anddown control function Cam switch function Specified frequency pulse output function Frequency counter function Previous value for differential instruction Held

Remains in current status.

Continues operation until current output has completed. Continues operation. Continues operation. Continues operation. The previous value is acquired for differential instructions after conversion. Relays changed at this instant cannot be detected by differentiation.

Note 1: When a ladder program is changed while it is running, it is not saved in the EEPROM but is saved in the SRAM, then will be saved in the EEPROM when the power is next turned on. If the power OFF period is 2 months or longer at 25C (20 days or longer at 25C for the KV-10xx) after a ladder program is changed in RUN mode, the changed ladder program may become corrupted. To prevent inconsistencies, turn on the power once so that the changed program is saved in the EEPROM. Note 2: If an error occurs in the Visual KV Series basic unit while a program is being written in RUN mode, the Visual KV Series basic unit changes to PROGRAM mode and the existing program which is being written may be deleted. In such a case, transfer the program again.

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How this manual is organized

The Visual KV Series Users Manual is composed of 3 separate manuals; 1-Installation, 2-Support Software, 3-Programming. Please read each manual relevant to your purpose.

1 Installation
Chapter 1 Configuration and Specifications [Visual KV Series Only]
Describes the system configuration of the Visual KV Series, the names and functions of each part, and the specifications.

Chapter 2

System Installation [Visual KV Series Only]

Describes the installation and connection of each Visual KV Series unit as well as system maintenance.

Chapter 3

Access Window [Visual KV Series Only]

Describes the Access Window used for changing and monitoring data.

Chapter 4

KV-D20 Operator Interface Panel [Visual KV Series Only]

Describes the KV-D20 Operator Interface Panel used for changing, monitoring, and displaying the status of inside relays, timers, counters and data memories.

Chapter 5

KV-300, KV-10/80 Hardware [KV-300, KV-10/80 Series Only]

Describes the hardware specifications and wirings for KV-300 and KV-10/80 Series.

Chapter 6

Handheld Programmer
Describes how to use the handheld programmer and memory card.

Chapter 7

KV-L2 Serial Interface Module [KV-300 Series Only]

Describes the serial interface modules for KV-300 Series.

Chapter 8

KV-AN6 Analog I/O Module [KV-300 Series Only]

Describes the optional Analog I/O module for KV-300 Series

Chapter 9

KV-AD4/DA4 Analog I/O Unit [KV-10/80 Series Only]

Describes the optional Analog I/O unit for KV-10/80 Series.

Chapter 10

Troubleshooting
This chapter describes the error code list, countermeasures against problems, and error indications for each unit.

Appendices
The appendix includes a list of ladder program applications and the index.

2 Support Software
Chapter 1 Introduction
Describes the items included in the package, the product outline, the method to connect a personal computer, the installation method, etc.

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Chapter 2

Editor
Describes the operating procedures in Editor mode.

Chapter 3

Simulator
Describes the operating procedures in Simulator mode.

Chapter 4

Monitor
Describes the operating procedures in Monitor mode.

Appendices
Includes instructions list, devices list, sample program list and quick reference for key operation and shortcuts.

3 Programming
Chapter 1 Programming
Describes basic knowledge including program creation procedures, device configuration, relay assignments, special functions to set and confirm Visual KV Series operations, as well as the extended ladder diagrams. Understand the contents described here completely at first before creating programs.

Chapter 2

Instructions
Describes the concrete usage of instructions in the KV Series. Refer to "Chapter 3 Interrupts" on page 3-183 for details of interrupt instructions. Refer to "Chapter 4 High-speed counters" on page 3-195 for details of the high-speed counters used in the application instruction.

Chapter 3

Interrupts [Visual KV Series Only]

The interrupt processing function executes an interrupt program when an external input or request from the high-speed counter comparator (interrupt factor) is encountered during KV operation. This chapter describes the types of interrupt factors as well as inputs and outputs encountered during interrupt processing.

Chapter 4

High-speed Counters [Visual KV Series Only]

Describes high-speed counters and high-speed counter comparators, which allow highspeed pulse measurement and pulse output, independent of the scan time.

Chapter 5

Positioning Control [Visual KV Series Only]

Describes ramp-up/down control of stepping motors and servo motors.

Chapter 6

Interrupts, High-speed Counters, Positioning Control [KV-300, KV-10/80 Series Only]

Describes ramp-up/down control of stepping motors and servo motors.

Chapter 7

Serial Communication
The KV Series can be connected to an external device with an RS-232C interface to establish communication. This chapter describes communications specifications, how to connect the KV Series to external devices, and how to perform communication.

Chapter 8

Programming Examples
Describes the typical programming examples for KV-10/80 Series. These programs can be used for Visual KV Series. However, pay attention to the I/O addressing compatibility before use.

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Contents
2 Support software
Introduction
1.1 Items Included in the Package ........................................................................ 2-2 1.2 Outline of the Ladder Builder for KV .............................................................. 2-3 1.2.1 Operating environment and system configuration .............................................. 2-3 1.2.2 Features and functions of the Ladder Builder for KV .......................................... 2-4 Features of the Ladder Builder for KV ......................................................... 2-4 Functions of the Ladder Builder for KV ........................................................ 2-6 1.3 Before Programming ....................................................................................... 2-7 Machines to be prepared ............................................................................. 2-7 1.3.1 Differences from the KV IncrediWare (DOS) ...................................................... 2-8 1.3.2 Differences from the Ladder Builder for KV Ver 1.0 ........................................... 2-8 1.4 Installing the Software ..................................................................................... 2-9 1.4.1 Preparation for installation .................................................................................. 2-9 1.4.2 Installation Procedure ....................................................................................... 2-10 Installation in Windows 95 ......................................................................... 2-10 Installation in Windows 3.1 ........................................................................ 2-12 1.5 1.6 1.6.1 1.6.2 1.6.3 1.6.4 1.6.5 Cautions for Use ............................................................................................ 2-13 Basic Operations ........................................................................................... 2-14 Program creation flow and available modes ..................................................... 2-14 Starting up and exiting from the software ......................................................... 2-16 Screen .............................................................................................................. 2-18 Mouse operation and keyboard operation ........................................................ 2-21 Online Help ....................................................................................................... 2-23

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Chapter 2

Editor
2.1 Outline of the Editor Functions .................................................................... 2-26 2.1.1 Cautions for editing ladder programs ................................................................ 2-26 2.2 Edit Screen ..................................................................................................... 2-27 2.2.1 Name and function of each part of the screen .................................................. 2-27 2.2.2 Ladder program window screen ....................................................................... 2-28 2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.3.6 2.3.7 2.4 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.4.4 2.4.5 2.4.6 2.5 2.5.1 2.5.2 2.5.3 File Management ............................................................................................ 2-29 Creating a new file ............................................................................................ 2-29 Setting the automatic file read function ............................................................. 2-30 Setting automatic file save for the file ............................................................... 2-31 Saving and reading files ................................................................................... 2-32 Reading and saving a file in another format ..................................................... 2-33 Saving a ladder diagram in text format ............................................................. 2-36 Verifying files .................................................................................................... 2-36 Entering/Deleting Symbols and Connection Lines .................................... 2-37 Entering symbols .............................................................................................. 2-37 Deleting symbols .............................................................................................. 2-42 Entering contacts/coils directly ......................................................................... 2-42 Changing the device at the current cursor position .......................................... 2-43 Entering/Deleting connection lines ................................................................... 2-44 Canceling edit operations ................................................................................. 2-45 Entering Comments/Labels ......................................................................... 2-46 Editing comments/labels ................................................................................... 2-46 Editing line comments ....................................................................................... 2-50 Changing ladder lines into comments ............................................................... 2-51

2.6 Edit and Arrangement .................................................................................. 2-52 2.6.1 Copy, move, and delete .................................................................................... 2-52 2.6.2 Inserting and deleting lines ............................................................................... 2-57 2.7 2.7.1 2.7.2 2.7.3 Jump, Search, and Replace ......................................................................... 2-58 Jump ................................................................................................................. 2-58 Searching for instruction words/operands ........................................................ 2-62 Searching for the device at the cursor position ................................................. 2-63

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2.7.4 Replacing operands .......................................................................................... 2-64 2.7.5 Converting a/b contacts .................................................................................... 2-65 2.8 Editing the Mnemonic List ........................................................................... 2-67 2.8.1 Displaying and terminating a mnemonic list ..................................................... 2-67 2.8.2 Copy, move, and delete .................................................................................... 2-69 2.9 Displaying the Use Status ............................................................................. 2-70 2.9.1 Displaying a use status list ............................................................................... 2-70 2.10 Setting the System .........................................................................................2-71 2.10.1 Setting the system ............................................................................................ 2-71 2.11 Entering and Developing Macros ................................................................ 2-72 2.11.1 Creating a macro file .........................................................................................2-72 2.11.2 Entering and developing macros ...................................................................... 2-74 2.12 2.12.1 2.12.2 2.12.3 Compilation .................................................................................................... 2-75 Executing compilation ....................................................................................... 2-75 Error display ......................................................................................................2-76 Double coil check .............................................................................................. 2-76

2.13 Printing Functions .........................................................................................2-77 2.13.1 Printing .............................................................................................................. 2-77 2.13.2 Preview display ................................................................................................. 2-81 2.14 Changing the Display Color on the Screen ................................................. 2-82 2.14.1 Changing display colors on the screen ............................................................. 2-82

Chapter 3

Simulator
3.1 Outline of the Simulator Functions .............................................................. 2-84 3.1.1 Outline of the functions ..................................................................................... 2-84 3.1.2 Restrictions in the simulator .............................................................................. 2-84 3.2 Starting up and Exiting from the Simulator ................................................. 2-86 3.2.1 Operating procedure for startup and exit .......................................................... 2-86 3.2.2 Name and function of each part of the screen .................................................. 2-88 3.3 3.3.1 3.3.2 3.3.3 3.3.4 3.3.5 3.4 3.4.1 3.4.2 3.4.3 3.4.4 3.4.5 3.5 3.5.1 3.5.2 3.5.3 3.5.4 3.5.5 3.5.6 3.5.7 Ladder Monitor ...............................................................................................2-89 Outline of the ladder monitor ............................................................................ 2-89 Executing scans ................................................................................................2-89 Executing steps .............................................................................................. 2-101 Jump and search ............................................................................................ 2-105 Stop/reset and device all clear ........................................................................ 2-108 Monitor All .................................................................................................... 2-109 Outline of monitor all ....................................................................................... 2-109 Displaying, saving, and reading the monitor all window ................................. 2-109 Monitor all window .......................................................................................... 2-113 Registering devices ........................................................................................ 2-113 Selecting and changing devices ..................................................................... 2-116 Registration Monitor .................................................................................... 2-119 Outline of the registration monitor ................................................................... 2-119 Displaying, saving, and reading the registration monitor ................................ 2-119 Registration monitor window ........................................................................... 2-122 Registering devices ........................................................................................ 2-122 Selecting and changing devices ..................................................................... 2-123 Manipulating timing charts .............................................................................. 2-128 Printing out the registration monitor ................................................................ 2-131

Chapter 4

Monitor
4.1 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 Outline of the Monitor Functions ............................................................... 2-134 Outline of the functions ................................................................................... 2-134 Restrictions in the monitor .............................................................................. 2-134 Precautions for communication ...................................................................... 2-135

4.2 Communicating with the PLC ..................................................................... 2-136 4.2.1 Setting the PLC communication parameters .................................................. 2-136 4.2.2 Setting the comment transfer .......................................................................... 2-138 4.3 Starting up and Exiting from the Monitor .................................................. 2-139 4.3.1 Operating procedures for startup and exit ...................................................... 2-139

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4.3.2 Name and function of each part of the screen ................................................ 2-143 4.4 4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 4.4.4 4.4.5 4.4.6 4.4.7 Ladder Monitor ............................................................................................. 2-144 Outline of the ladder monitor .......................................................................... 2-144 Displaying the ladder monitor window ............................................................ 2-144 PLC error check .............................................................................................. 2-144 Starting the monitor ........................................................................................ 2-145 Stopping the monitor ....................................................................................... 2-145 Screen displayed while the monitor is running ............................................... 2-146 Setting the PLC operation mode ..................................................................... 2-147

4.5 Monitor All and Registration Monitor ......................................................... 2-148 4.5.1 Functions of the monitor all window ................................................................ 2-148 4.5.2 Functions of the registration monitor .............................................................. 2-148 4.6 4.6.1 4.6.2 4.6.3 Monitor Function .......................................................................................... 2-149 Disabling the input refresh/Disabling the output ............................................. 2-149 Changing the current values all at once ......................................................... 2-150 Device all clear ...............................................................................................2-154

Appendices
Appendix A Error Message List ......................................................................... 2-156 A-1 System errors ................................................................................................. 2-156 A-2 Memory errors ................................................................................................2-156 A-3 File errors ........................................................................................................ 2-157 A-4 Installation errors ............................................................................................ 2-157 A-5 Errors that occur in the editor ......................................................................... 2-158 A-6 Errors that occur in the monitor/simulator ....................................................... 2-159 A-7 Communication errors (displayed in the monitor) ........................................... 2-159 A-8 PLC errors ......................................................................................................2-160 A-9 Errors that occur during compilation ............................................................... 2-161 Appendix B Instruction List ............................................................................... 2-163 B-1 Basic instructions ............................................................................................ 2-163 B-2 Application instructions ................................................................................... 2-164 B-3 Arithmetic instructions ..................................................................................... 2-165 B-4 Interrupt instructions ....................................................................................... 2-166 Appendix C Relay No. List .................................................................................. 2-167 C-1 Relays, timers, counters, and memory numbers for each model ................... 2-167 Appendix D Special Utility Relay List ................................................................ 2-168 D-1 Special relays and arithmetic operation flags ................................................. 2-168 D-2 Special utility relays for high-speed counter (0) .............................................. 2-168 D-3 Special utility relays for high-speed counter (1) .............................................. 2-169 D-4 Other special utility relays ............................................................................... 2-169 D-5 Memory switches ............................................................................................ 2-172 D-6 Special memory list .........................................................................................2-172 Appendix E Devices for KV-10R(W)/T(W) to 80R(W)/T(W), KV-300 ................ 2-174 E-1 Special utility relays ........................................................................................ 2-174 E-2 Memory switches ............................................................................................ 2-176 E-3 Special memory list .........................................................................................2-176 Appendix F Sample Program List ..................................................................... 2-178 F-1 Description of sample ladder programs .......................................................... 2-178 Appendix G Quick Reference ............................................................................. 2-180 G-1 Editor .............................................................................................................. 2-180 G-2 Simulator ......................................................................................................... 2-188 G-3 Monitor ............................................................................................................2-195 Appendix H Notes for Programming ................................................................. 2-201 H-1 Circuits that must be modified ........................................................................ 2-201 H-2 Precautions for programming ......................................................................... 2-202 H-3 Programs which cannot be decompiled .......................................................... 2-203 Appendix I Appendix J List of Files Used ............................................................................ 2-204 Countermeasures for Frequent Communication Errors ............. 2-205 2-215

WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS

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Installation
Configuration and Specifications Visual KV

Chapter 1

1.1 System Configuration ...................................................................................... 1-2 1.1.1 System Configuration ......................................................................................... 1-2 1.2 Specifications ................................................................................................... 1-4 1.2.1 General Specifications ........................................................................................ 1-4 1.2.2 AC Power Specifications .................................................................................... 1-5 Visual KV Series operation at power interruption ........................................ 1-5 1.2.3 Performance Specifications ................................................................................ 1-6 Data backup function against instantaneous power interruption ................. 1-7 1.3 Common I/O Specifications of Basic Units ................................................... 1-8 1.3.1 Model of a Basic Unit .......................................................................................... 1-8 1.3.2 Common I/O Specifications ................................................................................ 1-8 1.4 KV-10AR/AT(P)/DR/DT(P) (10-I/O Basic Unit) ............................................. 1-10 1.4.1 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-10 1.4.2 Terminal Layout Drawings and I/O Circuit Diagrams ........................................ 1-11 KV-10AR/DR (Relay output type) .............................................................. 1-11 KV-10AT(P)/DT(P) (Transistor output type) ............................................... 1-13 1.4.3 AC Power Input (KV-10AR/AT(P)) .................................................................... 1-14 1.4.4 Relationship between Continuous Simultaneous ON Ratio and Ambient Temperature 1-15 1.4.5 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-16 1.5 KV-16AR/AT(P)/DR/DT(P) (16-I/O Basic Unit) ............................................. 1-17 1.5.1 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-17 1.5.2 Terminal Layout Drawings and I/O Circuit Diagrams ........................................ 1-18 KV-16AR/DR (Relay output type) .............................................................. 1-18 KV-16AT(P)/DT(P) (Transistor output type) ............................................... 1-20 1.5.3 AC Power Input (KV-16AR/AT(P)) .................................................................... 1-21 1.5.4 Relationship between Continuous Simultaneous ON Ratio and Ambient Temperature 1-22 1.5.5 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-23 1.6 KV-24AR/AT(P)/DR/DT(P) (24-I/O Basic Unit) ............................................. 1-24 1.6.1 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-24 1.6.2 Terminal Layout Drawings and I/O Circuit Diagrams ........................................ 1-25 KV-24AR/DR (Relay output type) .............................................................. 1-25 KV-24AT(P)/DT(P) (Transistor output type) ............................................... 1-27 1.6.3 AC Power Input (KV-24AR/AT(P)) .................................................................... 1-28 1.6.4 Relationship between Continuous Simultaneous ON Ratio and Ambient Temperature 1-29 1.6.5 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-30 1.7 KV-40AR/AT(P)/DR/DT(P) (40-I/O Basic Unit) .............................................. 1-31 1.7.1 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-31 1.7.2 Terminal Layout Drawings and I/O Circuit Diagrams ........................................ 1-32 KV-40AR/DR (Relay output type) .............................................................. 1-32 KV-40AT(P)/DT(P) (Transistor output type) ............................................... 1-34 1.7.3 AC Power Input (KV-40AR/AT(P)) .................................................................... 1-35 1.7.4 Relationship between Continuous Simultaneous ON Ratio and Ambient Temperature 1-36 1.7.5 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-37 1.8 1.8.1 1.8.2 1.8.3 KV-E4X/E8X/E16X (Expansion Input Unit) .................................................. 1-38 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-38 Input Specifications ........................................................................................... 1-38 Terminal Layout Drawings and Input Circuit Diagrams .................................... 1-39 KV-E4X (4-I/O expansion input unit) .......................................................... 1-39 KV-E8X (8-I/O expansion input unit) .......................................................... 1-40 KV-E16X (16-I/O expansion input unit) ...................................................... 1-41 1.8.4 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-42 1.9 KV-E4R/E4T/E8R/E8T(P)/E16R/E16T(P) (Expansion Output Unit) ............. 1-43 1.9.1 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-43 1.9.2 Output Specifications ........................................................................................ 1-43 KV-E4R/E8R/E16R (Relay output type) ..................................................... 1-44 KV-E4T/E8T(P)/E16T(P) [Transistor output type (NPN/PNP)] .................. 1-44 1.9.3 Terminal Layout Drawings and Input Circuit Diagrams .................................... 1-45 KV-E4R [4-I/O expansion output unit (relay output type)] .......................... 1-45 KV-E4T [4-I/O expansion output unit transistor output type)] .................... 1-46 KV-E8R [8-I/O expansion output unit (relay output type)] .......................... 1-47

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KV-E8T(P) [8-I/O expansion output unit (transistor output type)] .............. 1-48 KV-E16R [16-I/O expansion output unit (relay output type)] ...................... 1-49 KV-E16T(P) [16-I/O expansion input unit (transistor output)] .................... 1-50 1.9.4 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-51 1.10 1.10.1 1.10.2 1.10.3 KV-E4XR/E4XT(P) (Expansion I/O Unit) ....................................................... 1-52 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-52 Input Specifications ........................................................................................... 1-53 Output Specifications ........................................................................................ 1-53 KV-E4XR (Relay output type) .................................................................... 1-53 KV-E4XT(P) (Transistor output type) ......................................................... 1-53 1.10.4 Terminal Layout Drawings and Input Circuit Diagrams .................................... 1-54 KV-E4XR (Relay output type) .................................................................... 1-54 KV-E4XT(P) (Transistor output type) ......................................................... 1-56 1.10.5 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-58 1.11 1.11.1 1.11.2 1.11.3 1.11.4 KV-D20 (Operator Interface Panel) ............................................................... 1-59 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................... 1-59 General Specifications ...................................................................................... 1-60 Functional Specifications .................................................................................. 1-60 Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 1-61

Chapter 2

System Installation
2.1 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3

Visual KV

Installation Environment ............................................................................... 1-64 Installation Environment ................................................................................... 1-64 Installation Position ........................................................................................... 1-65 Installation Procedure ....................................................................................... 1-66 Expansion unit spacer ................................................................................ 1-66 2.1.4 Cautions on Wiring for Each Unit ...................................................................... 1-67 Wiring procedures for basic units ............................................................... 1-67 Cautions on wiring for I/O units .................................................................. 1-68 Terminal ..................................................................................................... 1-68 Cautions on grounding ............................................................................... 1-69 2.1.5 Contact Protection ............................................................................................ 1-69 2.2 Connecting Visual KV Series Expansion Units .......................................... 1-70 2.2.1 Visual KV Series Expansion Units .................................................................... 1-70 2.2.2 Connecting Visual KV Series Expansion Units ................................................. 1-71 Connection methods .................................................................................. 1-72 Number of connectable units ..................................................................... 1-73 2.2.3 Confirming the Connection Settings of Expansion Units .................................. 1-74 Expansion unit relay list ............................................................................. 1-74 Connection information for expansion units ............................................... 1-75 Input time constant for expansion units ..................................................... 1-76 Clearing the input value when disconnecting ............................................. 1-76 2.2.4 Transferring I/O Information between Expansion Units and the Basic Unit ...... 1-77 When inputting ........................................................................................... 1-77 In the case of output .................................................................................. 1-77 2.3 Inspection and Maintenance ......................................................................... 1-78 2.3.1 Inspection ......................................................................................................... 1-78 2.3.2 Maintenance ..................................................................................................... 1-78

Chapter 3

Access Window

Visual KV

3.1 Overview of the Access Window .................................................................. 1-80 3.1.1 What is the Access Window ............................................................................. 1-80 3.1.2 Access Window Use Examples ........................................................................ 1-80 3.2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4 3.2.5 Basic Operating Procedures ......................................................................... 1-81 Operation Mode ................................................................................................ 1-81 Access Window Modes ..................................................................................... 1-81 Part Names and Functions of the Access Window ........................................... 1-82 Selecting Modes and Setting/Resetting Key Lock ............................................ 1-82 Turbo Function .................................................................................................. 1-83

3.3 Digital Trimmer Mode .................................................................................... 1-84 3.3.1 Function and Operating Procedure ................................................................... 1-84 Key operation and screen display .............................................................. 1-84 Function and operating procedure ............................................................. 1-84

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3.4 Device Mode ................................................................................................... 1-87 3.4.1 Function and Operating Procedure ................................................................... 1-87 Devices that can be displayed and changed ............................................. 1-87 Key operation and screen display .............................................................. 1-87 Selecting the device and displaying the current value/set value ................ 1-88 Changing a numeric value ......................................................................... 1-89 Holding the setting ..................................................................................... 1-91 3.4.2 Screen Display for Each Device Type .............................................................. 1-91 Data memory (DM) .................................................................................... 1-91 Temporary data memory (TM) ................................................................... 1-91 Timer/counter (T/C) .................................................................................... 1-92 High-speed counter comparator (CTC) ...................................................... 1-92 Trimmer (TRM) .......................................................................................... 1-93 Relay (RLY) ...............................................................................................1-93 3.5 System Mode .................................................................................................. 1-94 3.5.1 Function and Operating Procedure ................................................................... 1-94 Key operation and screen display .............................................................. 1-94 LOAD mode and SAVE mode .................................................................... 1-96 Display in LOAD/SAVE mode .................................................................... 1-96 3.6 Message Display ............................................................................................ 1-97 3.6.1 Error Messages and Error Status ..................................................................... 1-97 3.6.2 User Messages ................................................................................................. 1-97 How to use the user messages .................................................................. 1-98

Chapter 4

KV-D20 Operator Interface Panel

4.1 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3

Visual KV

Before Operation .......................................................................................... 1-100 Checking Package Contents .......................................................................... 1-100 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................. 1-101 Details about the KV-D20 ............................................................................... 1-102 General specifications .............................................................................. 1-102 Functional specifications .......................................................................... 1-102 Dimensions .............................................................................................. 1-103 4.1.4 Installation and Environment .......................................................................... 1-104 Use environment ...................................................................................... 1-104 Panel mounting ........................................................................................ 1-105 4.1.5 Inspection and Maintenance ........................................................................... 1-106 Inspection ................................................................................................. 1-106 Maintenance ............................................................................................ 1-106 4.2 Overview and Operation .............................................................................. 1-107 4.2.1 Use Examples for the KV-D20 ........................................................................ 1-107 4.2.2 Connection with the KV Series ....................................................................... 1-108 Connection ............................................................................................... 1-108 Precautions .............................................................................................. 1-108 4.2.3 Overview of the KV-D20 ................................................................................. 1-109 Switching the display mode ..................................................................... 1-109 Overview of each display mode ............................................................... 1-110 Assignment of relays/DM ......................................................................... 1-111 Other functions ......................................................................................... 1-112 Precautions about screen change function .............................................. 1-115 4.2.4 Operator Mode ................................................................................................ 1-117 Screen selection in operator mode .......................................................... 1-117 Operator screen ....................................................................................... 1-118 Direct access screen ................................................................................ 1-126 KV-I/O monitor screen ............................................................................. 1-127 Switch comment screen ........................................................................... 1-128 Lamp comment screen ............................................................................ 1-128 Screen change permission in operator mode .......................................... 1-129 4.2.5 Device Mode ................................................................................................... 1-130 Device mode ............................................................................................ 1-130 Operation example for device mode ........................................................ 1-132 4.2.6 System Mode .................................................................................................. 1-134 System mode ........................................................................................... 1-134 4.3 Examples of Ladder Programs ................................................................... 1-135 4.3.1 Basic Ladder Programs .................................................................................. 1-135 Before creating ladder programs ............................................................. 1-135

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Basic ladder programs ............................................................................. 1-136 4.3.2 Examples of Ladder Programs ....................................................................... 1-143 Example of displaying user messages ..................................................... 1-143 Example of displaying messages with titles ............................................. 1-145 Example of position control ...................................................................... 1-146 Example of frequency counter ................................................................. 1-149 Example of 24-bit high-speed counter ..................................................... 1-152 Example of cam switch function ............................................................... 1-154 4.4 4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 Appendix ....................................................................................................... 1-158 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 1-158 Available Character List .................................................................................. 1-162 Comment Draft Sheet ..................................................................................... 1-163

Chapter 5

KV-300, KV-10/80 Hardware

KV-300, KV-10/80

5.1 System Configuration .................................................................................. 1-166 5.1.1 KV-300 ............................................................................................................1-166 5.1.2 KV-10/80 ......................................................................................................... 1-167 5.2 Module/Unit Specifications ......................................................................... 1-168 5.2.1 Wiring: KV-U4 Power Supply Module ............................................................. 1-168 Parts and functions .................................................................................. 1-168 5.2.2 Wiring: KV-U5 DC Power Distribution Module ................................................ 1-169 Parts and functions .................................................................................. 1-169 5.2.3 Wiring: KV-300 CPU ....................................................................................... 1-170 Parts and functions .................................................................................. 1-170 5.2.4 Wiring: KV-C16X/C32X Connector Input Module ........................................... 1-171 Parts and functions .................................................................................. 1-171 5.2.5 Wiring: KV-C32T/B16R/B16S Connector Output Module ............................... 1-172 Parts and functions .................................................................................. 1-172 5.2.6 Wiring: KV-R1A I/O Distribution Module ......................................................... 1-173 Parts and functions .................................................................................. 1-173 5.2.7 Wiring: KV-R8X/R16X/R8R/R16R/R8T/R16T I/O Terminal Modules ............. 1-174 Parts and functions .................................................................................. 1-174 5.2.8 Module Names and Functions ........................................................................ 1-175 5.2.9 Peripheral Equipment Names and Functions ................................................. 1-176 5.3 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.3 5.3.4 5.3.5 5.3.6 Module/Unit Connections ............................................................................ 1-178 Environmental Requirements ......................................................................... 1-178 Installation Guidelines ..................................................................................... 1-178 Assembling the System .................................................................................. 1-179 Connecting modules ................................................................................ 1-179 Mounting to the DIN Rail ................................................................................. 1-180 Removing the Terminal Block ......................................................................... 1-181 Connecting the AC Power Supply Module and DC Power Distribution Module .... 1-182 KV-U4 AC Power Supply Module ............................................................ 1-182 KV-U5 DC Power Distribution Module ..................................................... 1-182 I/O Connectors ................................................................................................1-183 KV-300 CPU ............................................................................................ 1-183 KV-C16X/C32X ........................................................................................ 1-184 KV-C32T/B16R/B16S .............................................................................. 1-185 KV-R8X/R16X/R8R/R16R/R8T/R16T ...................................................... 1-186 I/O Terminal Modules: Communication Cables and Power Distribution ......... 1-187 Transmission distance by cable type ....................................................... 1-187 Connection patterns ................................................................................. 1-187 Incorrect wiring patterns ........................................................................... 1-188 Power distribution .................................................................................... 1-188 Connector Assembly Instructions ................................................................... 1-189 KV-300 CPU I/O Indicators ............................................................................. 1-191 KV-10/80 Expansion Units .............................................................................. 1-192 Mounting Environment .................................................................................... 1-194

5.3.7

5.3.8

5.3.9 5.3.10 5.3.11 5.3.12

Chapter 6

Handheld Programmer
6.1 Using the Handheld Programmer ............................................................... 1-196 6.1.1 Outline of the Handheld Programmer ............................................................. 1-196 6.1.2 Precautions .....................................................................................................1-198 6.2 Basic Operations .........................................................................................1-200

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6.2.1 Basic Programming Operation ........................................................................ 1-200 6.3 Functions ...................................................................................................... 1-216 Function Nos. list ..................................................................................... 1-216 ALL CLEAR .............................................................................................. 1-217 HANDHELD PROGRAMMER CLEAR ..................................................... 1-217 COUNTER CLEAR .................................................................................. 1-218 HIGH-SPEED COUNTER CLEAR ........................................................... 1-218 ALL DATA MEMORY CLEAR .................................................................. 1-219 ALL LATCHING RELAYS RESET ........................................................... 1-219 PROGRAM SENT OR RECEIVED .......................................................... 1-220 OFFLINE EDITOR START ...................................................................... 1-221 OFFLINE EDITOR STOP ........................................................................ 1-221 TIMER/COUNTER CURRENT VALUE CHANGE ................................... 1-222 TIMER/COUNTER SETTING CHANGE .................................................. 1-224 RELAY ON/OFF ....................................................................................... 1-226 WRITE INTO DATA MEMORY ................................................................ 1-227 READ TRIMMER SETTING ..................................................................... 1-228 SYNTAX CHECK ..................................................................................... 1-228 PROGRAM CAPACITY CHECK .............................................................. 1-229

6.4 Memory Card ................................................................................................ 1-230 6.4.1 Functions [used with KV-P3E(01)] .................................................................. 1-230 6.4.2 Storage Capacity ............................................................................................ 1-230 CLEAR ..................................................................................................... 1-232 NEW ......................................................................................................... 1-233 ACCS ....................................................................................................... 1-234 ACCS: SAVE ........................................................................................... 1-235 ACCS: LOAD ........................................................................................... 1-236 ACCS: VERIFY ........................................................................................ 1-236 ACCS: DELETE ....................................................................................... 1-237

Chapter 7

KV-L2 Serial Interface Module

KV-300

7.1 Outline ......................................................................................................... 1-240 7.1.1 Features .......................................................................................................... 1-240 7.2 7.2.1 7.2.2 7.2.3 7.3 7.3.1 7.3.2 7.3.3 7.3.4 Configuration ............................................................................................... 1-241 Parts and Functions ........................................................................................ 1-241 System Configuration ..................................................................................... 1-242 Outline of Operation Modes ............................................................................ 1-244 Installation .................................................................................................... 1-245 Setting the Operation Mode ............................................................................ 1-245 Communications Protocols ............................................................................. 1-247 Connector Wiring ............................................................................................ 1-248 Connecting to External Units .......................................................................... 1-249 Connecting to An External Display .......................................................... 1-249 Connecting to an IBM PC-AT Computer .................................................. 1-249 Connecting to the KV-10/16/24/40/80 ...................................................... 1-250 Connecting KV-L2s .................................................................................. 1-250

7.4 Software Setup ............................................................................................. 1-252 7.4.1 Using KV Software [KV IncrediWare (DOS)] .................................................. 1-252 Starting KV IncrediWare (DOS) from the KV-L2 ........................................................ 1-252 7.5 KV Mode Programming ............................................................................... 1-253 7.5.1 Operating in KV Mode .................................................................................... 1-253 Communications protocol ........................................................................ 1-253 7.5.2 Serial Communications Procedure ................................................................. 1-255 Command transmission procedure .......................................................... 1-255 Command/response format ..................................................................... 1-256 Communications commands and responses ........................................... 1-256 Communications commands .................................................................... 1-257 7.5.3 Transmission and Reception of Text Data ...................................................... 1-262 Assigning relay nos. and data memory address nos. .............................. 1-262 Transmitting Text Data ............................................................................. 1-264 Receiving text data .................................................................................. 1-265 ASCII code/binary conversion function .................................................... 1-266 Example program ..................................................................................... 1-269 7.6 Display Interface Mode Programming ....................................................... 1-270

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7.6.1 Operating in Display Interface Mode .............................................................. 1-270 Communications protocols ....................................................................... 1-270 Communications control procedure ......................................................... 1-271 7.6.2 Command and Response Format ................................................................... 1-273 7.6.3 Commands and Responses ........................................................................... 1-275 List of commands and responses ............................................................ 1-275 Description of commands and responses ................................................ 1-277 End codes ................................................................................................1-291 7.7 Non-procedure Mode Programming .......................................................... 1-292 7.7.1 Operating in Non-procedure Mode ................................................................. 1-292 Communications protocol ........................................................................ 1-292 Connecting to the KV-L2 .......................................................................... 1-293 7.7.2 Assignment of Relay Nos. and Data Memory Address Nos. .......................... 1-294 Assigning relay nos. and data memory address nos. .............................. 1-294 7.7.3 Transmitting Text Data ................................................................................... 1-297 Data transmission and internal data memory addresses ......................... 1-297 7.7.4 Receiving Text Data ....................................................................................... 1-298 Format of received data and data memory addresses ............................ 1-298 7.7.5 ASCII code/Binary Conversion Function ........................................................ 1-300 7.8 Troubleshooting Guide ............................................................................... 1-304 7.8.1 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 1-304 7.8.2 Precautions .....................................................................................................1-305 7.9 Specifications ...............................................................................................1-306 7.9.1 Specifications .................................................................................................. 1-306 General specifications .............................................................................. 1-306 Communications protocol ........................................................................ 1-306 RS-232C connector specifications ........................................................... 1-306 RS-422A terminal block specifications ..................................................... 1-306 7.9.2 Dimensions .....................................................................................................1-307 7.10 Command List .............................................................................................. 1-308 7.10.1 List of Commands and Responses ................................................................. 1-308 7.10.2 List of Commands and Responses in Display Interface mode ....................... 1-309

Chapter 8

KV-AN6 Analog I/O Module

8.1

KV-300

Outline ......................................................................................................... 1-312 Features ................................................................................................... 1-312

8.2 Configuration ...............................................................................................1-313 8.2.1 Parts and Functions ........................................................................................ 1-313 8.2.2 System Configuration ..................................................................................... 1-314 8.3 8.3.1 8.3.2 8.3.3 8.3.4 8.3.5 8.4 8.4.1 8.4.2 8.4.3 8.4.4 8.4.5 8.4.6 8.4.7 8.4.8 8.4.9 8.5 8.5.1 8.5.2 8.5.3 Installation .................................................................................................... 1-315 Terminal Nos. ................................................................................................. 1-315 Removing the Terminal Block ......................................................................... 1-316 Example of Voltage I/O Wiring ........................................................................ 1-317 Example of Current I/O Wiring ........................................................................ 1-318 Setting I/O Ranges .........................................................................................1-319 Programming ................................................................................................1-320 Input Characteristics (A/D) .............................................................................. 1-320 Calculating Input Data (A/D) ........................................................................... 1-321 Output Characteristics (D/A) ........................................................................... 1-322 Calculating Output Data (D/A) ........................................................................ 1-323 Assigning Data Memory (DM) Addresses ....................................................... 1-324 Reading Analog Input ..................................................................................... 1-325 Measuring Analog Input Average ................................................................... 1-326 Writing Analog Output ..................................................................................... 1-327 Converting Analog Input to Analog Output ..................................................... 1-328

KV-AN6 Appendices .................................................................................... 1-329 Troubleshooting .............................................................................................. 1-329 Precautions .....................................................................................................1-330 Specifications .................................................................................................. 1-331 Environmental specifications ................................................................... 1-331 System specifications .............................................................................. 1-331 8.5.4 Dimensions .....................................................................................................1-332

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Chapter 9

KV-AD4/DA4 Analog I/O Unit

9.1

KV-10/80

Outline ......................................................................................................... 1-334 Features ................................................................................................... 1-334

9.2 Configuration ............................................................................................... 1-335 9.2.1 Part Names and Functions ............................................................................. 1-335 KV-AD4 .................................................................................................... 1-335 KV-DA4 .................................................................................................... 1-336 9.2.2 Specifications .................................................................................................. 1-337 KV-AD4 .................................................................................................... 1-337 KV-DA4 .................................................................................................... 1-339 9.2.3 System Configuration ..................................................................................... 1-341 9.3 9.3.1 9.3.2 9.3.3 Installation .................................................................................................... 1-342 Installation Procedure ..................................................................................... 1-342 Checking the Installation Environment ........................................................... 1-343 Setting the KV-AD4 Input Mode ...................................................................... 1-344 Setting the input mode ............................................................................. 1-344 9.3.4 Connecting External Instruments .................................................................... 1-345 Wiring ....................................................................................................... 1-345 Wiring diagrams ....................................................................................... 1-346 9.3.5 Connecting to the KV-10 to 80 ........................................................................ 1-348 9.3.6 Maintenance ................................................................................................... 1-349 Inspection and Cleaning .......................................................................... 1-349 9.4 Programming ................................................................................................ 1-350 9.4.1 Programming the KV-AD4 .............................................................................. 1-350 A/D Conversion Mechanism .................................................................... 1-350 About Digital Data after A/D Conversion .................................................. 1-351 Calculating Voltage and Current Values from Digital Data ...................... 1-352 9.4.2 Programming the KV-DA4 .............................................................................. 1-353 D/A Conversion Mechanism .................................................................... 1-353 Converting Digital Data to Voltage or Current Values to be Output ......... 1-354 Writing Digital Data to Data Memory for D/A Conversion ........................ 1-356 9.4.3 A/D and D/A Conversion Tables ..................................................................... 1-357 Voltage Conversion Table ........................................................................ 1-357 Current Conversion Table ........................................................................ 1-358 9.5 Programming Examples .............................................................................. 1-359 Calculating Analog Data Values from Digital Data ................................... 1-359 Writing Data to be Analog-output ............................................................. 1-361 Outputting Analog Trimmer Values .......................................................... 1-364 Outputting Analog Input Data ................................................................... 1-365 Outputting Analog Input from a Pressure Sensor to an Air Valve ............ 1-366 Setting the Minimum and Maximum Voltage Limits and Measuring the Average Voltage ...................................................................................... 1-367 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 1-370

9.6

Chapter 10

Troubleshooting
10.1 10.1.1 10.1.2 10.1.3 10.1.4 10.2 Error List ....................................................................................................... 1-372 List of Error Codes in Basic Units ................................................................... 1-372 Error indication in Expansion Units ................................................................. 1-374 Program Errors ............................................................................................... 1-375 Memory Card Errors and Other Errors ........................................................... 1-376 Replacing Relays ......................................................................................... 1-377 Replacement procedure ........................................................................... 1-377

10.3 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 1-378 10.3.1 Troubleshooting List ....................................................................................... 1-378 10.4 Error Messages ............................................................................................ 1-380

Appendices
Appendix A. Specifications and Dimensions [Visual KV Series] .................... 1-382 A.1 System Specifications [Visual KV Series] ....................................................... 1-382 Hardware ................................................................................................. 1-382 Software and Programming ..................................................................... 1-383

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A.2

A.3 A.4

AC power supply unit ............................................................................... 1-384 Common I/O Specifications of Basic Units ..................................................... 1-384 Input specifications .................................................................................. 1-384 Output specifications (relay output): KV-10AR/DR, KV-16AR/DR, KV-24AR/DR, and KV-40AR/DR .............................................................. 1-385 Output specifications (transistor output): KV-10AT(P)/DT(P), KV-16AT(P)/DT(P), KV-24AT(P)/DT(P), and KV-40AT(P)/DT(P) ............ 1-385 Expansion Unit Specifications ........................................................................ 1-385 Dimensions .....................................................................................................1-389

Appendix B. Specifications and Dimensions [KV-300 Series] ......................... 1-392 B.1 System Specifications [KV-300 Series] .......................................................... 1-392 Hardware ................................................................................................. 1-392 Software and Programming ..................................................................... 1-393 AC Power supply module/DC power distribution module ........................ 1-394 B.2 Module Specifications ..................................................................................... 1-398 KV-300 CPU ............................................................................................ 1-398 KV-C16X/C32X Input Modules ................................................................ 1-399 KV-C32T/B16R/B16S Output Modules ................................................... 1-400 KV-R8X/R16X I/O Terminal Modules ....................................................... 1-401 KV-R8T/R16T/R8R/R16R I/O Terminal Modules ..................................... 1-402 KV-R8T/R16T/R8R/R16R I/O Terminal Modules (RUN Output) .............. 1-403 KV-R1A I/O Distribution Module .............................................................. 1-403 B.3 Dimensions .....................................................................................................1-404 Appendix C. Ladder Program List ...................................................................... 1-406 Appendix D. A/D and D/A Conversion Tables [KV-AN6] ..................................... 1-408 Voltage conversion table .......................................................................... 1-408 Current conversion table .......................................................................... 1-409

WARRANTIES AND DISCLAIMERS

1-419

Programming
Programming
1.1 Before Creating Programs .............................................................................. 3-2 1.1.1 Flow from Introduction to Operation ................................................................... 3-2 1.1.2 Scan Time ........................................................................................................... 3-3 Scan time ..................................................................................................... 3-3 Input response time delay ............................................................................ 3-3 1.2 User Memory .................................................................................................... 3-4 1.2.1 Program Capacity ............................................................................................... 3-4 Maximum number of lines in a program ....................................................... 3-4 Calculating the byte count used ................................................................... 3-4 1.3 Device Configuration ....................................................................................... 3-5 1.3.1 Device List .......................................................................................................... 3-5 Relay list ...................................................................................................... 3-5 List of I/O relays in basic units ..................................................................... 3-5 List of relays in expansion units ................................................................... 3-6 1.3.2 Relay No. ............................................................................................................ 3-7 Address No. ................................................................................................. 3-7 Contact No. .................................................................................................. 3-8 Channel No. ................................................................................................. 3-8 1.3.3 Assigning Relay Nos. .......................................................................................... 3-8 1.3.4 Input Relays ........................................................................................................ 3-9 Basic unit ..................................................................................................... 3-9 Expansion unit ........................................................................................... 3-10 1.3.5 Output Relays ................................................................................................... 3-10 Output operation time ................................................................................ 3-10 1.3.6 Internal Utility Relays ........................................................................................ 3-11 Retentive function of internal utility relays .................................................. 3-11 1.3.7 Special Utility Relays ........................................................................................ 3-12 Description ................................................................................................. 3-12 1.3.8 Special Utility Relay List ................................................................................... 3-14 Special relays and arithmetic operation flags ............................................ 3-14 Special utility relays for high-speed counter(0) .......................................... 3-14 Special utility relays for high-speed counter(1) .......................................... 3-15

Chapter 1

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Other special utility relays .......................................................................... 3-15 1.3.9 Timers and Counters ........................................................................................ 3-18 Timer/Counter list ....................................................................................... 3-18 Description ................................................................................................. 3-18 1.3.10 Data Memories ................................................................................................. 3-19 1.3.11 Temporary Data Memory .................................................................................. 3-21 1.3.12 Relay Nos. and Functions ................................................................................. 3-22 1.4 Special Functions .......................................................................................... 3-23 1.4.1 Input Time Constant Change Function ............................................................. 3-23 Setting the input time constant for basic units using special utility relays .. 3-23 1.4.2 Modifying the Input Relay Time Constant ......................................................... 3-24 Modification within the CPU ....................................................................... 3-24 1.4.3 Constant Scan Time Mode ............................................................................... 3-25 1.4.4 Output Disabled Function ................................................................................. 3-26 1.4.5 Input Refresh Disabled Function ...................................................................... 3-26 1.4.6 Contact Comment Save Function ..................................................................... 3-27 1.4.7 Special Functions ............................................................................................. 3-28 Constant Scan Time Mode ........................................................................ 3-28 Output Disabled Function .......................................................................... 3-28 Input Refresh Disabled Function ................................................................ 3-28 1.5 1.5.1 1.5.2 1.5.3 Extended Ladder Diagrams .......................................................................... 3-29 Features of Extended Ladder Diagrams ........................................................... 3-29 Advantages of Extended Ladder Diagrams ...................................................... 3-30 Example of an Extended Ladder Diagram ........................................................ 3-31

Chapter 2

Instructions
2.1 2.1.1 2.1.2 2.1.3 2.1.4 2.1.5 2.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.2.3 2.2.4 2.3 2.4 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.5 Instruction List [Visual KV Series] .............................................................. 3-34 Basic Instructions .............................................................................................. 3-34 Application Instructions ..................................................................................... 3-36 Arithmetic Instructions ...................................................................................... 3-38 Interrupt Instructions .........................................................................................3-41 Function No. List (Alphabetical order) .............................................................. 3-41 Instruction List [KV-300 Series, KV-10/80] ................................................. 3-42 Basic Instructions .............................................................................................. 3-42 Application Instructions ..................................................................................... 3-45 Arithmetic Instructions ...................................................................................... 3-48 Interrupt Instructions .........................................................................................3-54 Convention Details ........................................................................................ 3-55 Instruction Details .......................................................................................... 3-56 Basic Instructions .............................................................................................. 3-56 Application Instructions ..................................................................................... 3-95 Arithmetic Instructions .................................................................................... 3-134 Programming Notes ..................................................................................... 3-189

Chapter 3

Interrupts
3.1 3.2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.2.3 3.2.4

Visual KV

Interrupt Instructions ................................................................................... 3-192 Interrupt Processing .................................................................................... 3-194 Interrupt Processing ........................................................................................ 3-194 Types of Interrupts .......................................................................................... 3-195 Interrupt Priority .............................................................................................. 3-196 Interrupt Program ............................................................................................ 3-196

3.3 Direct Input/Output ...................................................................................... 3-197 3.3.1 Direct Input ..................................................................................................... 3-197 3.3.2 Direct Output ................................................................................................... 3-197 3.4 3.4.1 3.4.2 3.4.3 3.4.4 Applications of Interrupt Programs ........................................................... 3-198 Interrupt with a Signal Converter .................................................................... 3-198 Interrupt with a High-speed Counter ............................................................... 3-199 Measuring the ON Time of High-speed Pulses .............................................. 3-200 Measuring the Period in which a Target Passes between Two Points ........... 3-201

Chapter 4

High-speed Counters
4.1

Visual KV

High-speed Counter Instructions ............................................................... 3-204

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4.2 Outline of High-speed Counters ................................................................. 3-206 4.2.1 High-speecCounters and High-speed Counter Comparators ...................... 3-206 Structure of high-speed counters and high-speed counter comparators . 3-206 Specifications of high-speed counters ..................................................... 3-208 High-speed counter comparators ............................................................. 3-209 4.2.2 Internal Clock for High-speed Counters .......................................................... 3-210 4.3 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.3.3 4.3.4 4.3.5 4.3.6 Setting and Operation of High-speed Counters ........................................ 3-211 Reading the Current Value of the High-speed Counter .................................. 3-211 Preset Value of the High-speed Counter Comparator .................................... 3-211 Comparator Output .........................................................................................3-211 Count Input Method ........................................................................................ 3-212 Resetting the High-speed Counter ................................................................. 3-214 Differences with the CTH Instruction between the Conventional and Visual KV Series ................................................................ 3-216 4.3.7 Applications of High-speed Counters ............................................................. 3-217 4.4 4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 4.4.4 4.4.5 4.5 4.5.1 4.5.2 4.5.3 4.5.4 4.5.5 Extended Functions of High-speed Counters ........................................... 3-221 24-bit High-speed Counter .............................................................................. 3-221 Changing the Current Value of a 24-bit High-speed Counter ......................... 3-223 Application Example of 24-bit High-speed Counter (single-phase input) ....... 3-224 Ring Counter Function .................................................................................... 3-225 Applications of Ring Counters ........................................................................ 3-226

Special Functions Using High-speed Counters ........................................ 3-228 Specified Frequency Pulse Output Function .................................................. 3-228 Applications of the Specified Frequency Pulse Output ................................... 3-229 Frequency Counter Function .......................................................................... 3-231 Applications of Frequency Counters ............................................................... 3-232 Cam Switch Function ...................................................................................... 3-233 Cam switch mode .................................................................................... 3-233 Multi-step comparator mode .................................................................... 3-234 Setting method .........................................................................................3-234 4.5.6 Application of the Cam Switch (Cam Switch Mode) ....................................... 3-236 4.6 Direct Clock Pulse Output ........................................................................... 3-237 4.6.1 Outline of Direct Clock Pulse Output .............................................................. 3-237 4.6.2 Pulse Output Setting with the High-speed Counter Comparator .................... 3-238 Changing the pulse period and width ....................................................... 3-238 Calculating the pulse period and comparator preset value ...................... 3-239 Operation with special utility relays .......................................................... 3-239 4.7 4.7.1 4.7.2 4.7.3 4.7.4 Examples of Direct Clock Pulse Output .................................................... 3-242 Example of Outputting a Pulse with 1:1 ON/OFF Ratio .................................. 3-242 Example of Outputting a Pulse with Variable ON/OFF Ratio .......................... 3-245 Example of Stopping the Pulse Output at a Specified Pulse Count ............... 3-249 Application of Direct Clock Pulse Output (Ramp-up/down control) ................ 3-251

Chapter 5

Positioning Control

Visual KV

5.1 Outline of Positioning Control .................................................................... 3-254 5.1.1 Ramp-up/down Control ................................................................................... 3-254 5.2 Parameter Setting and Operating Procedures .......................................... 3-255 5.2.1 Parameter Setting Procedure ......................................................................... 3-255 5.2.2 Operating Procedure ...................................................................................... 3-257 5.3 5.3.1 5.3.2 5.3.3 Examples of Using the Positioning Control Function .............................. 3-258 Connection Example ....................................................................................... 3-258 Tips .................................................................................................................3-258 Application Examples of the Positioning Control Function ............................. 3-259

Chapter 6

Interrupts, High-speed Counters, Positioning Control

KV-300, KV-10/80

6.1 Interrupt Instructions ................................................................................... 3-268 6.1.1 Description of Interrupts .................................................................................. 3-268 Input processing for routine program and interrupt routine ...................... 3-268 Types of interrupt ..................................................................................... 3-268 Interrupt priority ........................................................................................ 3-269 Interrupt routine ........................................................................................ 3-269 Direct output ............................................................................................. 3-270

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Direct input ............................................................................................... 3-270 6.1.2 Interrupt Instructions ....................................................................................... 3-271 6.2 Direct Clock Pulse ........................................................................................ 3-276 6.2.1 Output of Direct Clock Pulse ........................................................................... 3-276 Outline of High-Speed Counters .............................................................. 3-276 Outline of Pulse Output ............................................................................ 3-279 Examples of Pulse Output ....................................................................... 3-284 6.3 Positioning Control ...................................................................................... 3-296 6.3.1 Positioning Control (Ramp-up/down Control) ................................................. 3-296 Outline of positioning control .................................................................... 3-296 Setting and application of parameters ..................................................... 3-297 Examples of stepping motor control ......................................................... 3-300

Chapter 7

Serial Communication
7.1 7.1.1 7.1.2 7.1.3 7.2 7.2.1 7.2.2 7.2.3 7.2.4 7.2.5 7.2.6 7.2.7 7.3 7.3.1 7.3.2 7.3.3 7.4 Communications Specifications ................................................................ 3-306 Communications Specification ........................................................................ 3-306 Connection with the KV Unit ........................................................................... 3-306 Connecting the KV-300 CPU to a Personal Computer ................................... 3-307 Serial Communication ................................................................................. 3-308 Command Transmission Procedure ............................................................... 3-308 Format of Commands/Responses .................................................................. 3-309 Communication Command/Response List ..................................................... 3-310 Setting Communication Commands and Responses to Commands .............. 3-311 Other Response Codes .................................................................................. 3-315 Error Code List ................................................................................................ 3-316 Example Program ........................................................................................... 3-317 Loading Text Data ........................................................................................ 3-318 Receiving Text Data ....................................................................................... 3-318 Transmitting Text Data ................................................................................... 3-319 Sample Program ............................................................................................. 3-320 ASCII Code List ............................................................................................ 3-321

Chapter 8

Programming Examples
8.1 List ......................................................................................................... 3-324

8.2 Details ......................................................................................................... 3-326 8.2.1 Reference Program Examples ........................................................................ 3-326 Basic Instructions ..................................................................................... 3-326 Application Instructions ............................................................................ 3-334 Arithmetic Instructions .............................................................................. 3-343

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See 2-215.

Caution
No part of this manual may be reprinted or reproduced in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of KEYENCE CORPORATION. The content of this manual is subject to change without notice. KEYENCE has thoroughly checked and reviewed this manual. Please contact the sales office listed at the end of this manual if you have any questions or comments regarding this manual or if you find an error. KEYENCE assumes no liability for damages resulting from the use of the information in this manual, item 3 above notwithstanding. KEYENCE will replace any incomplete or incorrectly collated manual.

All company names and product names in this manual are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.

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Chapter 1
Software Windows [KV-H6WE2]
This chapter describes the items included in the package, the product outline, the method to connect a personal computer, the installation method, the common operating procedures, etc.
1.1 1.2 1.2.1 1.2.2 1.3 1.3.1 1.3.2 1.4 1.4.1 1.4.2 1.5 1.6 1.6.1 1.6.2 1.6.3 1.6.4 1.6.5 Items Included in the Package ............................................................. 2-2 Outline of the Ladder Builder for KV ................................................... 2-3 Operating environment and system configuration .................................... 2-3 Features and functions of the Ladder Builder for KV ............................... 2-4 Before Programming ............................................................................ 2-7 Differences from the KV IncrediWare (DOS) ........................................... 2-8 Differences from the Ladder Builder for KV Ver 1.0 ................................. 2-8 Installing the Software .......................................................................... 2-9 Preparation for installation ....................................................................... 2-9 Installation procedure ............................................................................... 2-10 Cautions for Use ................................................................................... 2-13 Basic Operations ................................................................................... 2-14 Program creation flow and available modes ............................................ 2-14 Starting up and exiting from the software ................................................. 2-16 Screen ...................................................................................................... 2-18 Mouse operation and keyboard operation ................................................ 2-21 Online help ............................................................................................... 2-23

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1.1

Items Included in the Package

The following items are included in the Ladder Builder for KV package. Ensure that all the items are supplied. q Ladder Builder for KV master disks #1 and #2

#1

#2

3 1/2" floppy disk (1.44 MB) x 2

The "Ladder Builder for KV" programs and the installer are saved on these disks. Store them in a secure location after installing the programs. Note: It is recommended that you make a backup copy of the master disks in case the disks are accidentally damaged. q Connection cable
See page 2-7.

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1.2

Outline of the Ladder Builder for KV

This section describes the operation environments, system configuration, features, functions, etc. of the Ladder Builder for KV. Be sure to read this section before using the Ladder Builder for KV.

1.2.1

Operating environment and system configuration

The following operating environment is required to run the Ladder Builder for KV. Ensure that your system satisfies the following conditions and that the required equipment is provided. s Personal computers supported Models supporting Windows 3.1 or later (equipped with the RS-232C interface) IBM PC and PC/AT or compatible machine s CPU memory capacity i486DX2 or higher (Pentium 90 MHz or higher is recommended.) 8 MB RAM (16 MB or more is recommended.) s Compatible operating systems Windows 3.1 Windows 95 s Font types required (Make sure to install them.) MS Sans Serif Small fonts Arial Each of them is supplied as standard in Windows 95. s Free space on hard disk 4.5 MB or more s KV and each unit Connect the required units such as KV to the personal computer to use the monitor functions and transfer programs using the Ladder Builder for KV.
Refer to 1.3 Before Programming on page 2-7.
Display Resolution: 640 x 480 or higher KV Series PLC Printer

Printer that can be connected to the personal computer and supports Windows (300 dpi or higher)

Note: The Ladder Builder for KV does not support long file names.

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1.2.2

Features and functions of the Ladder Builder for KV

The Ladder Builder for KV is a software program that allows you to create sequence programs. It offers excellent functionality and advanced programming processing ability.

Features of the Ladder Builder for KV

s The multi-file edit function and simple mouse operation improve work efficiency. Because two or more files can be edited at a time, a block diagram can be cut and pasted between files. Symbols and connection lines can be easily copied and moved using the mouse. Each function can be started by pressing a button on the tool bar, which promotes efficient operation.

s Selection of instruction words and devices from a list ensures the correct input of symbols. Because the instruction word and device can be selected from a list for each type, symbols can be entered with little error. A symbol can also be entered directly by typing the corresponding instruction word to facilitate rapid programming.

s Ladder data can be shared with the KV IncrediWare (DOS). Because the ladder data created using the KV IncrediWare (DOS) can be used as it is, the ladder property created thus far can still be used effectively. The ladder data created using the Ladder Builder for KV can also be used in the KV IncrediWare (DOS).

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s Allows quick selection of the device to be monitored by dragging and dropping from the ladder diagram. The device to be monitored can be easily and quickly selected by dragging and dropping it from the ladder diagram.

s Allows quick confirmation of the ladder diagram, the contacts and the timing chart. Each of the three windows can be positioned anywhere on the screen, allowing you to simultaneously monitor and simulate the operation of the program. The three windows are the Ladder Monitor window which displays the ladder diagram, the Monitor All window which displays the device list, and the Registration Monitor window which allows you to check the movement of the contacts in the timing chart.

s Allows use of the simulator functions even when not connected to a PLC. You can monitor and simulate the operation of the program even when a PLC is not connected. Debugging efficiency is improved because program operation can be checked without transferring the program to the PLC. As well, the reverse step execution function is provided both for execution of scans and execution of steps. s Provides 5 different screen sizes for different applications. There are 5 different screen display sizes that can be selected as required for different applications. For example, the reduced size can be selected to confirm the entire flow, and the enlarged size can be selected to edit each contact.

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Functions of the Ladder Builder for KV

The following functions are provided in the Ladder Builder for KV. s Editor function Creates the ladder diagram using diversified instruction words of the ladder language. Registers comments to contacts. Comments can be transferred to a Visual KV or a KV-300 (Except for KV-10/80 Series). Converts the ladder diagram into machine code. Displays the ladder diagram, mnemonic list, label comment and device use status list, etc., on the screen and prints them out to the printer

s Simulator function Simulates the operation of the ladder diagram even if a Visual KV or a conventional KV is not connected, and allows debugging of the program. Provides a continuous scan execution mode, one scan execution mode, one step execution mode, etc. so that errors be confidently located. Enables execution of a step in the reverse direction once or continuously.

s Monitor function Monitors the contact ON/OFF status on a real-time, on-line basis using the ladder diagram created. Displays the timing chart, and transfers programs to a Visual KV or a conventional KV.

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1.3

Before Programming
The personal computer should be connected to a Visual KV or a conventional KV to transfer the programs to the Visual KV or the conventional KV and to use the monitor function.

Machines to be prepared
You must prepare the following machines before beginning programming. s PC Connect it to the D-Sub 9-pin type serial port. Connection cable D-sub 9-pin type conversion connector

Model: OP-26487 Model: OP-26486

KV Series PLC To RS-232C connector

OP-26486

OP-26487

To RJ-11 modular connector

PC

CAUTION

If a Visual KV or a conventional KV is accidentally connected to the personal computers printer port, the personal computer, the basic unit or the CPU unit may be damaged. Pay careful attention.
Note: Make sure to use a dedicated cable. If any other cable is used, the unit may not operate properly. Standard cable
KV 3 5
4

When the PC has 25-pin connector

PC 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9-pin D-sub connector
SD RD KV 3 5 PC (DTE) 2 SD 3 RD 4 RS 5 CS 6 DR 20 ER 7 SG

SD RD SG

RJ-11 Modular Connector

SG

25-pin D-sub connector

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1.3.1

Differences from the KV IncrediWare (DOS)

Because the Ladder Builder for KV is a Windows application, its specifications are slightly different from the KV IncrediWare (DOS) for MS-DOS, as listed below. Some of the keys assigned to keyboard functions are different.
Refer to Appendix G Quick Reference on page 2-180.

The timing chart simulator and the timing chart monitor are provided as the registration monitor screen. The function to set the trigger on the timing chart monitor is not provided. The memory card operation function is not provided. The timing chart save/read function is not provided. The "extended ladder normal ladder" conversion function is not provided.

1.3.2

Differences from the Ladder Builder for KV Ver 1.0

From the Ladder Builder for KV Ver 1.5, the following changes and additions were made to the specifications and functions. The editor function allows the selection to show/hide contact comments. You can edit ladder diagrams while checking the use status list of devices on the monitor. The operation of switching the numbering system between decimal (#) and hexadecimal ($) is assigned to shortcut key [Ctrl]+[E]. The Visual KV Series units are newly supported.

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1.4

Installing the Software

This section describes how to install the Ladder Builder for KV on the personal computers hard disk.

1.4.1

Preparation for installation

Confirm the following points before installing the software. s Free hard disk space The Ladder Builder for KV must be installed on the hard disk. The free space required is 4.5 MB. Ensure that this space is available. s Installation in a Windows environment The Ladder Builder for KV runs in Windows, and must be installed from Windows. Ensure that Windows 3.1 or Windows 95 is installed and operating correctly in your personal computer. s RS-232C (serial port) The RS-232C (serial port) on the personal computer should be ready before transferring programs to a Visual KV or a conventional KV and using the Ladder Builder for KVs monitor functions. For the setup procedure, refer to your personal computers instruction manual. Note 1: The serial port must also be set up in the Ladder Builder for KV after this program is installed.
Refer to "Setting the serial port" on page 2-136.

Note 2: It is recommended that you make a backup copy of the master disks in case the disks are accidentally damaged.

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1.4.2

Installation procedure
This section describes how to install the software. The installation procedure varies depending on which Windows version you are using. Refer to the section appropriate for your operating environment. Installation in Windows 95 ( See below) Installation in Windows 3.1 ( Page 2-12)

Installation in Windows 95
As an example, this section describes how to install the software in Windows95 using the following drive configurations. Drive C: Hard disk drive Drive A: Floppy disk drive

Start up Windows and prepare the two master disks supplied.

Note: Close all other applications before beginning installation. 1. Insert the Ladder Builder for KV master disk #1 into the floppy disk drive. 2. Click "Run" on the Start menu. 3. Enter "a:\setup" in "Open", and click the [OK] button. Or click the [Browse] button, and select the desired name from the "Browse"dialog box.
Refer to page 2-11.

To select the file name from the "Browse" dialog box:

1. Select "3 1/2" FD".

2. Click "setup.exe".

3. Click the [Open] button.

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4. The graph is displayed, and preparation for installation begins.

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5. When the following screen is displayed, click the [Next] button. To cancel installation, click the [Cancel] button.

6. Confirm the drive name and the folder (directory) name in which the software is to be installed. The default path is "C:\KEYENCE\Lbk". To install the software to this location, click the [NEXT (N)] button. To change the installation destination, click the [Reference] button and then specify the drive name and the folder (directory) name.

7. The file copy status graph is displayed on the screen.

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8. When you are prompted to insert the next disk, insert the Ladder Builder for KV master disk #2 and then click the [OK] button.

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9. Recent information not included in this manual is saved in the README file. Be sure to click the [Yes] button to read this file.

10. Installation is now completed. Click the [OK] button.

Installation in Windows 3.1

As an example, this section describes how to install the software in Windows3.1 running on a DOS machine using the following drive configurations. Drive C: Hard disk drive Drive A: Floppy disk drive Start up Windows and prepare the two master disks supplied. 1. Insert the Ladder Builder for KV master disk #1 into the floppy disk drive. 2. Select "Run" and "Command Line" from the program manager menu. 3. Enter "a:\setup" in "Command Line", and click the [OK] button. Or click the [Reference] button, and select the desired name from the "Browse" dialog box.

The rest of the installation procedure is the same as step 4 to step 10 in "Installation in Windows 95" ( page 2-10).

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1.5

Cautions for Use

This section describes the cautions for using the Ladder Builder for KV. Be sure to read this section. s When a notebook personal computer is used When a notebook personal computer is used, ensure that the RS-232C is set up. If it is not, a communication error will occur while the monitor is operating and monitor operation may not be correct. For the setup procedure, refer to your personal computers instruction manual. s While the monitor is operating Never turn off the power of the Visual KV, the conventional KV or unplug the connection cable while the monitor is operating. This may cause a communication error to occur and the monitor to be forcibly terminated. s Monitor after the ladder diagram is changed Be sure to select "Convert Transfer Monitor" from the menu and transfer programs to the PLC when operating the monitor after changing the ladder diagram. s Resolution of the screen Ensure that the resolution of the screen is at least 640 x 480. It is recommended that the highest possible resolution be used to ensure comfortable operation. (1,024 x 768 or higher is recommended.) s Long file names The Ladder Builder for KV runs in Windows 95, but it does not support long file names. File names can only consist of up to 8 half-width characters and the file extension (3 characters).

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1.6

Basic Operations
This section describes what you should know before using the Ladder Builder for KV, such as the programming flow, available modes, software startup procedure, and software termination procedure.

1.6.1

Program creation flow and available modes

Three modes are available in the Ladder Builder for KV. These are the editor, monitor and simulator modes. The actual programming procedure, the modes used in each procedure and the major functions available in each mode are described below.

1. Creating the ladder diagram

Create the ladder diagram based on the design drawing indicating the operations to be performed by the PLC. Editor p. 2-25 Save and read a file in the original LDR format or another format. Save and read mnemonic lists and comments. Enter and delete symbols. Enter and delete connection lines. Insert and delete lines. Move and copy ladders. Edit contacts/line comments/labels. Change the display color on the screen. Undo function. Jump. Search for instruction words/operands. Replace operands. Convert a/b contacts. Edit lists. Device use status. Set the automatic save function. Create macros. Print out ladder diagrams, etc.

2. Compiling the ladder diagram

Compile the ladder diagram into machine code that can be read by a Visual KV or a conventional KV. Although compilation is automatically performed when the monitor is started up (only when "Transfer Program to PLC" is selected), nothing else can be executed at the same time as the compilation job. Editor p. 2-25 Transfer a program to the PLC. Select this function when changing over to the monitor. Simulator Select this function when changing over to the simulator. Compilation

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Read the machine code created by the editor, and confirm the operation status including changes in devices. This allows errors to be detected and the ladder program to be changed accordingly. You can use either the simulator or the monitor when debugging the program. When using the simulator, you can simulate the status in which a Visual KV or a conventional KV is connected. When using the monitor, you actually connect a Visual KV or a conventional KV and write programs to it. The method for using the ladder monitor, the monitor all and registration monitor which indicate the device status; the method for setting up the current value/preset value/ attribute from the dialog bar; and the method for printing out the registration monitor are shared between the simulator and the monitor with the exception of certain functions. These methods are described in the simulator section.

When a CPU unit is not connected: Simulator p. 2-83 Set the break condition, the wait time, the scan time, etc. Execute scan continuously or once. Executes a step continuously, a step continuously in the reverse direction, a step once or a step once in the reverse direction. Change the timing chart size. Display the mnemonic list. Search for devices. When a CPU unit is connected: Monitor p. 2-133 Serial port setting Start and stop the monitor, and reconstruct the record. Set up the PLC mode. Disable input refresh, disable output (Visual KV Series and KV-300) Transfer programs (When the menu is selected from the editor and executed, programs are transferred to the monitor.) Search for devices. Simulator and monitor Save and read the ladder monitor, monitor all, and registration monitor. p. 2-88, 2-108, 2-118 Display the operation status of the ladder monitor, monitor all, and registration monitor. p. 2-88, 2-108, 2-118 Display the timing chart (on the registration monitor). Set up the current value/preset value/attribute. p. 2-117 Print out the registration monitor. p. 2-131

4. Debugging the program using the ladder diagram and transferring the program
In addition to debugging using the monitor or simulator, the ladder diagram can also be changed using the editor. A program (machine code) which has been transferred to a basic unit or a CPU unit can be read, and the ladder diagram can then be displayed. Editor p. 2-25 When debugging is completed and the program runs correctly, transfer the finished program (machine code) to a Visual KV or a conventional KV and write it.

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1.6.2

Starting up and exiting from the software

The procedures for starting up and exiting from the Ladder Builder for KV are described below.

To start up the software

s In Windows 95 Select "Program", "KEYENCE Applications" and "LADDER BUILDER for KV" from the Start menu. s In Windows 3.1 Double-click the Ladder Builder for KV icon in the KEYENCE Applications group in the program manager. The ladder software starts up.

s To exit from the software Perform one of the following procedures to exit from the software. Select "File" and "Exit" from the menu. Press the Alt and F4 keys at the same time. In Windows 95, click the close button provided at the right end of the title bar. In Windows 3.1, double-click the control menu box provided at the left end of the title bar.

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Setting and changing the model used File Change Models

When a new file is created, the dialog box to set the model used is displayed. Select the PLC model connected, and click the [OK] button. To change the model while the Ladder Builder for KV is running, select "Change Models" from the "File" menu.

CAUTION

If the PLC model connected is not set correctly, the error message Unmatched model" is displayed when communicating with a KV Series PLC. Transferring of programs to the PLC and the monitor function are also disabled. If the model is not set correctly, failure may occur. If the model is specified as "KV-10(16)A/D" or "KV-24(40)A/D", created ladder diagrams cannot be opened with Ladder Builder for KV Ver 1.0 or KV IncrediWare (DOS). To use ladder diagrams with either of these programs, specify the model as "KV-300".

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1.6.3

Screen
The screens of the Ladder Builder for KV in each mode are related to each other as described below.
Editor

Windows in each mode

1
Simulator Changed over to monitor Transfer Program to PLC Monitor

Simulator

Monitor

Editor Editor after devices are cleared Editor

The name and functions of each window are described on the following pages.
Editor p. 2-25 Simulator p. 2-83 Monitor p. 2-133

Current window
The currently selected active window is called "current window". To select a window while two or more windows are displayed on the screen in each mode, use one of the following methods. (The color of the current windows title bar is typically different than the color of the other title bars.) Click the title bar of the window you wish to select as the current window. Select the "Window" menu to view a list of all of the windows that are currently open. Select the title of the window you wish to select as the current window.

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Showing/hiding the tool bar, status bar and dialog bar

The display status of the tool bar, status bar and dialog bar can be changed. Select "View" from the editors menu bar.
Check mark Tool bar

Dialog bar Status bar

When the check mark is visible: Show mode When the check mark is not visible: Hide mode A check mark appears before each bar by default. Every time the check mark is clicked, the display status is toggled between show mode and hide mode. * The dialog bar is not provided in the editor.

Display mode
The screen display can be viewed in 5 different sizes. In the editor, you can set whether or not labels and comments are displayed for each screen. s Changing the display size Five different sizes are available to display the ladder diagram. When the software is started up, "100%" is selected by default. Use the following method to change the display size. (In the editor, size can be set in the "Display Mode Setup" dialog box.) View Zoom In View Zoom Out Ctrl + PageDown keys: Selects a higher mode. Ctrl + PageUp keys: Selects a lower mode.

s Changing the display size (only in the editor) The display size can be set in the "Display Mode Setup" dialog box using the following procedure. 1. Select "Display Mode" from the "View" menu on the editors menu bar, or click the button. The "Display Mode Setup" dialog box is displayed.

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2. Set each item, and click the [OK] button. To cancel the changes you made and close the dialog box, click the [CANCEL] button.

200% Display Size 150% 120% 100% (Normal) 80%

Displays a ladder diagram at twice the standard size. This size is useful when characters are small and difficult to read. Displays a ladder diagram at 1.5 times the standard size. Displays a ladder diagram at 1.2 times the standard size. Displays a ladder diagram in the standard size. Displays a ladder diagram in the smallest size. This size is useful when checking the entire operation because the maximum number of cells can be dis played on the screen. Displays device names in the ladder diagram using "X", "Y" and "M". Displays decimal constants with sign in the ladder diagram. Displays the label name of each device in the ladder diagram. Displays comments in the ladder diagram. Displays comment 1 [which is completely shared with the KV IncrediWare (DOS)] Displays comment 2 (which cannot be transferred to the PLC) Displays comment 3 (which cannot be transferred to the PLC) Reflects the setting on the edit screen (current window). Reflects the setting on the reference screen (current window). Reflects the setting on both the edit screen and the reference screen (both current windows). Reflects the setting on all the windows.

Show in XYM Show Decimal Constant with Sign Show Device Label Show Comment Comment type Comment 1 Comment 2 Comment 3 Current Edit Screen Current Reference Screen Current Screens All Windows

Mode Setting Range

* *

The current window refers to the currently selected active window. Line comments cannot be transferred.

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Show/hide comments
You can select to show or hide contact comments on the editor screen. "Comment 1" is displayed.
Hide comments
0000

Show comments
0000

0001

0001

Click

Lamp ON

1.6.4

Mouse operation and keyboard operation

The Ladder Builder for KV can be operated using the mouse except when input of characters is required. This improves efficiency when creating the ladder diagram and during debugging. Each job can be performed even more efficiently by using keyboard commands (shortcuts).

How to execute each function (command)

Commonly used functions are assigned to the tool bar and the function keys. Commands selected from the menu can also be executed quickly by using the shortcut keys and the shortcut menu displayed by right-clicking. In this manual, the menu, buttons and keys available for each function are indicated at the right end of each title for quick reference. The shortcut keys are indicated on the right side of each menu in the software.

Example The following two methods can be used to enter connection lines.
Pressing the keys or clicking the icon F8 and / (front-slash) or : Draws a connection line downward from the cursor position. F9 and - (hyphen key) or : Draws a connection line to the right of the cursor position.

Using the mouse and cursor control keys in connection line edit mode To draw connection lines using the mouse, first change the input mode. The following four methods can be used to change modes. Select "Edit Connection Line" from the menu displayed by right-clicking. Select "Edit Connection Line" from the "Edit" menu. Press the Ctrl and K keys at the same time. Press the \ key. Several methods are offered so that the most efficient operation for the situation can be chosen.

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Basic mouse operation

The use of the mouse is described below. If you familiar with using Windows, you can skip this section. s What is a "click"? q Double left-click To double left-click means to press the left button twice quickly and consecutively. This is used to open the "Enter Instruction Word" dialog box on the ladder diagram window. In this manual, this type of clicking is referred to as double-clicking.

q Left-click To left-click means to press the left button once. This is used to click a button on the screen or to align the cursor with the input position in the text entry box. In this manual, this type of clicking is simply referred to as clicking.

q Right-click To right-click means to press the right button once. This is used to display the shortcut menu as desired for more efficient operation. For example, by right-clicking the ladder diagram window, each function (command) such as "cut", "copy", "paste", and "edit connection line" can be executed.

s What is "drag & drop"? To drag means to press the left button at the selection start position, move the mouse cursor while pressing and holding the left button, and then release the button at the selection end position. Dragging is used to select a range or draw a connection line. To drop means to move the selected item to a different position or window and then release the button. Dropping is used to move, copy or register an item. In the Ladder Builder for KV, a device can be registered by selecting it in the ladder monitor and dragging and dropping it to the registration monitor.
1. While pressing and holding this button, 3. Release this button.

2. Move the mouse.

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1.6.5

Online help
The Ladder Builder for KV includes online help. If you are not sure about a function, click the button on the tool bar or select "Help" from the menu bar to open the help window. Operation help window

Instruction word help window

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Editor
2.1 2.1.1 2.2 2.2.1 2.2.2 2.3 2.3.1 2.3.2 2.3.3 2.3.4 2.3.5 2.3.6 2.3.7 2.4 2.4.1 2.4.2 2.4.3 2.4.4 2.4.5 2.4.6 2.5 2.5.1 2.5.2 2.5.3 2.6 2.6.1 2.6.2 2.7 2.7.1 2.7.2 2.7.3 2.7.4 2.7.5 2.8 2.8.1 2.8.2 2.9 2.9.1 2.10 2.10.1 2.11 2.11.1 2.11.2 2.12 2.12.1 2.12.2 2.12.3 2.13 2.13.1 2.13.2 2.14 2.14.1 Outline of the Editor Functions ........................................................... 2-26 Cautions for editing ladder programs ....................................................... 2-26 Edit Screen ............................................................................................ 2-27 Name and function of each part of the screen ......................................... 2-27 Ladder program window screen ............................................................... 2-28 File Management ................................................................................... 2-29 Creating a new file ................................................................................... 2-29 Setting the automatic file read function .................................................... 2-30 Setting automatic file save for the file ...................................................... 2-31 Saving and reading files ........................................................................... 2-32 Reading and saving a file in another format ............................................. 2-33 Saving a ladder diagram in text format .................................................... 2-36 Verifying files ............................................................................................ 2-36 Entering/Deleting Symbols and Connection Lines ............................ 2-37 Entering symbols ...................................................................................... 2-37 Deleting symbols ...................................................................................... 2-42 Entering contacts/coils directly ................................................................. 2-42 Changing the device at the current cursor position .................................. 2-43 Entering/Deleting connection lines ........................................................... 2-44 Canceling edit operations ......................................................................... 2-45 Entering Comments/Labels .................................................................. 2-46 Editing comments/labels .......................................................................... 2-46 Editing line comments .............................................................................. 2-50 Changing ladder lines into comments ...................................................... 2-51 Edit and Arrangement ........................................................................... 2-52 Copy, move, and delete ........................................................................... 2-52 Inserting and deleting lines ...................................................................... 2-57 Jump, Search, and Replace ................................................................. 2-58 Jump ........................................................................................................ 2-58 Searching for instruction words/operands ................................................ 2-62 Searching for the device at the cursor position ........................................ 2-63 Replacing operands ................................................................................. 2-64 Converting a/b contacts ........................................................................... 2-65 Editing the Mnemonic List ................................................................... 2-67 Displaying and terminating a mnemonic list ............................................. 2-67 Copy, move, and delete ........................................................................... 2-69 Displaying the Use Status .................................................................... 2-70 Displaying a use status list ....................................................................... 2-70 Setting the System ................................................................................ 2-71 Setting the system .................................................................................... 2-71 Entering and Developing Macros ........................................................ 2-72 Creating a macro file ................................................................................ 2-72 Entering and developing macros .............................................................. 2-74 Compilation ........................................................................................... 2-75 Executing compilation .............................................................................. 2-75 Error display ............................................................................................. 2-76 Double coil check ..................................................................................... 2-76 Printing Functions ................................................................................ 2-77 Printing ..................................................................................................... 2-77 Preview display ........................................................................................ 2-81 Changing the Display Color on the Screen ........................................ 2-82 Changing display colors on the screen .................................................... 2-82

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2.1

Outline of the Editor Functions

This section outlines each function available in the editor. For detailed descriptions of each function, refer to the corresponding page. The editor allows you to create ladder diagrams, and provides editing functions including input of instruction words and registration of comments. The editor offers the following functions.

Creates ladder diagrams using diversified instructions of the ladder language. Performs editing functions including copy and move. Registers a comment for a contact and transfers it to the Visual KV or the conventional KV.

Converts ladder diagrams, and transfers the converted diagrams to a PLC. Prints out ladder diagrams, mnemonic lists, label comments, device status lists, etc.

2.1.1

Cautions for editing ladder programs

The maximum number of editable lines is 9,999. The maximum number of lines that can be edited for one ladder program window by the Ladder Builder for KV is 9,999. The maximum size of one block is 100 lines. Keep in mind that a ladder program exceeding 9,999 lines cannot be created. When the program is running slowly When many applications are simultaneously running on a personal computer with low memory capacity, the memory and the source become insufficient. As a result, the swap file is frequently accessed and operating speed deteriorates. If this occurs, close other applications to decrease the load on the system. It is also effective to increase the memory.

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Edit Screen
This section describes the configuration and functions of the screen displayed in the editor.

2.2.1

Name and function of each part of the screen

When the Ladder Builder for KV is started up, the ladder program window is not initially displayed. To create a new ladder program, select "New" from the "File" menu to open the new window, and then edit it. To open an existing ladder program, select "Open" from the "File" menu, and specify the desired ladder program. The name and function of each part of the screen are described below. Normal mode and connection line edit mode are available in the editor.
2.4.5 Entering/Deleting connection lines (p. 2-44)

1 2

Note: When the automatic read function is set, the selected file is automatically read and displayed when the software is started up.
Setting the automatic file read function (p. 2-30)

Example Normal edit mode screen using the file "SAMP*.LDR"

Main window title bar Displays the name of the file being edited in the current window. Menu bar Displays the menu to execute commands. Tool bar Provides buttons to execute commands. Only commonly used commands are provided as buttons. Each command can be executed by clicking the corresponding button once. Main window The entire editor screen.

Ladder program window One window is displayed for each ladder program file. Function menu Displays the functions assigned to the function keys. Because each function is displayed as an icon, an instruction can be directly entered by clicking the corresponding icon.

Status indication bar Indicates the function currently selected and the key status. Title bar Displays the name of the file being edited.

Ladder diagram line No. Indicates a line number in the ladder diagram.

Connection line

Step No. Indicates a step number in the ladder diagram. A step number is displayed only after conversion, and is deleted when the ladder diagram is changed.

Ladder symbol Displayed when an instruction word, etc. is entered.

Cursor Allows selection of a device, etc., and can be moved in the vertical and horizontal directions.

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2.2.2

Ladder program window screen

Contact

Line No. Step No. Cursor Scroll bar

Use the scroll bar or the cursor control keys ([LEFT] [RIGHT] [UP] [DOWN]) to look at the hidden (undisplayed) portion.

s Moving the cursor LEFT/RIGHT/UP/DOWN keys Pageup/PageDown keys Ctrl + UP/DOWN keys Home key End key

: Move the cursor in the corresponding direction. : Move the cursor up or down one page (screen). : Move the cursor by one block. : Move the cursor to the first line. : Move the cursor to the last line.

s When dividing the screen into two windows When the pointer is placed between the bottom of the scroll bar and the window frame, the pointer is changed into " ". (While the pointer shape is " ", the window size can be changed but the screen cannot be divided.) When the left button is pressed and held and moved upward in this status, the screen is divided into the upper and lower windows. Different contents can be displayed in each window. When the "Edit" menu is selected and you click "Link Screens" so that the check mark is added, these two windows can be scrolled while interlocking each other. This function is convenient when viewing a long ladder line all at once. To switch the active window between the upper and lower windows, click the mouse on the desired window or press the [Shift] and [F6] keys at the same time.

Note: While the pointer shape is " ", the window size can be changed but the screen cannot be divided.

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2.3

File Management
This section describes how to create a new ladder program and how to read/save the ladder program file, code file, comment file and mnemonic list file.

2.3.1

Creating a new file

When creating a new ladder program, first create a new file. When the Ladder Builder for KV is started up for the first time, the ladder program window is not initially displayed. When creating a new ladder program, perform the following procedure. Select "New" from the "File" menu, or click . Select the target model for which a ladder program is to be created.

File New

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A new ladder program window is open.

Note 1: When you finish editing a newly created file, be sure to save it. Note 2: If the model is specified as "KV-10(16)A/D" or "KV-24(40)A/D", created ladder diagrams cannot be opened with Ladder Builder for KV Ver 1.0 or KV IncrediWare (DOS). To use ladder diagrams with either of these programs, specify the model as "KV-300". s File name of a ladder program The ladder program file name is unique in the Ladder Builder for KV. The file extension is "ldr". Ladder programs can be shared with the KV IncrediWare (DOS).

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2.3.2

Setting the automatic file read function

Specify the file to be automatically read when the software is started up. This function is convenient when the same file is always required to be read at startup. Up to 16 files can be specified for the automatic read function. The setup and cancellation procedures are described below. s Setting the automatic file read function 1. Set the ladder program window to be automatically read as the current window. 2. Select "Auto Read" from the "File" menu. 3. The message "Set this file for auto read?" is displayed. To set it for the automatic file read function, click the [Yes] button. The specified file is set for the automatic file read function. The next time you start up the Ladder Builder for KV, this file is automatically read.

File Auto Read

4. To specify another file, repeat steps 1 to 3 above. s Canceling the automatic file read function 1. Set the file set for the automatic read function as the current window. Select "Auto Read" from the "File" menu. 2. The message "Cancel auto read?" is displayed. To cancel the setting of the automatic read function, click the [Yes] button.

Note 1: A file not yet saved cannot be selected for the automatic file read function. Save the file before selecting it. Note 2: When the number of files specified for the automatic file read function exceeds 16, the alarm message is displayed.

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2.3.3

Setting automatic file save for the file

Temporary copies of the ladder diagram, comments and labels are automatically saved at constant intervals while you are working on the file. When the automatic file save function is set, the file is automatically copied for a temporary save at the specified interval. This will minimize the damage caused by power interruptions or other accidents that may occur before you save the file. The setup and cancellation procedures are described below. s Setting the automatic file save function 1. Select "Set Auto Save" from the "File" menu. 2. The "Set Auto Save" dialog box is opened. Click "Auto Save" to add the check mark, and then enter the time interval for automatic save.

File Set Auto Save

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The automatic file save function is set to every 5 minutes by default.

3. Click the [OK] button. s Canceling the automatic save function 1. Select "Set Auto Save" from the "File" menu. 2. The "Set Auto Save" dialog box is opened. Delete the check mark next to "Auto Save", and click the [OK] button. Note 1: The automatic file save function set here is applied to all the ladder program files currently open. Note 2: The file saved automatically is automatically erased when the Ladder Builder for KV is closed normally. If the Ladder Builder for KV is closed abnormally, the files saved automatically are automatically read when the Ladder Builder for KV is started up the next time.

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2.3.4

Saving and reading files

Saving files
File Save, File Save As

When you have finished working on a ladder program, save the file. Two methods are available for saving a file: "save (overwrite)" and "save as (save with a different name)". Select either one. is clicked, "save" is selected. When

Save Save As

: Saves a file with the current file name. : Saves a file with a new name.

Note 1: Every time a new file is created, a number is automatically added after the extension "ldw" of the file name such as "ldw1.ldr", "ldw2.ldr", "ldw3.ldr", etc. Note 2: When "Save" is executed for a new file, "Save As" is automatically executed.

Example When saving a file with a new name

1. Select "Save As" from the "File" menu. 2. The "Change File Comment" dialog box is displayed. Enter file comments, and click the [OK] button. When file comments are not required, click the [X] button. The "Save Ladder Diagram" dialog box is displayed. The file comment is also displayed when the file is selected in the KV-Ladder (DOS version). 3. Specify the folder (directory) to which the file is to be saved, and enter the file name.

Folder (directory) File Name File Type

Select the folder (directory) in which the file is to be saved. The current folder (directory) is selected by default. Enter the file name consisting of up to 8 characters. The extension is set to "ldr". Never change the extension. "Ladder diagram (*.ldr)" is selected. Do not change this setting.

4. Click the [OK] button. The file is saved with the specified file name.

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Reading files
File Open

When editing an existing file, select and read the file to be edited. 1. Select "Open" from the "File" menu. The "Open" dialog box is displayed. 2. Specify the folder (directory) in which the file to be read is saved, and select the file name.

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Folder (directory) File Name File Type

Select the folder (directory) in which the file to be read is saved. The current folder (directory) is selected by default. Specify the file name to be read. The extension is "ldr". "Ladder diagram (*.ldr)" is selected. Do not change this setting.

3. Click the [OK] button. The specified file is read, and the ladder program window is open.

2.3.5

Reading and saving a file in another format

This section describes the method used to save and read files in any format other than the "ldr" format such as mnemonic list files, comments in other files, comment files in text format, etc. Note: This function can only be selected while the ladder program window is selected. Display the ladder program window by selecting "New" from the "File" menu, and then select "Other Format".

Saving and reading a mnemonic list

File Other Format Save Mnemonic List, File Other Format Read Mnemonic List

The ladder program being created can be saved as a mnemonic list (text format). Saved mnemonic lists (text format) can also be read. Specify the desired mnemonic list file in the "Save As" or "Open" dialog box. Note: When read is executed, the specified mnemonic list file is read on the current window. In this case, the ladder program in the current window is erased. When the ladder program on the current window is required, be sure to save it in a file before reading the mnemonic list. s File name of a mnemonic list A mnemonic list file adopts the normal text format. The extension of a mnemonic file is "mnm".

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Reading comments in other files

File Other Format Read Other File Comment

Only comments can be read from other ladder program files. In the "Open" dialog box, specify the file in which the comments to be read are saved. Note 1: When read is executed, the specified comments are read on the current window. In this case, the comments in the current window are overwritten. When the comments on the current window are required, be sure to save them in a file before reading comments from another file. Note 2: This function extracts only comments from a ladder program. This function does not read the entire ladder diagram. s File name of a contact comment file The extension for each comment file is shown below. Comment 1: rcm Comment 2: cm2 Comment 3: cm3

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Saving and reading comments in text format

File Other Format Save Comment in Text Format, File Other Format Read Comment in Text Format

Labels and comments in the ladder program being created can be saved in text format. Comment files saved in text format can also be read. Specify the desired comment file in the "Save As" or "Open" dialog box. Note 1: When read is executed, the specified comments are read on the current window. In this case, the comments in the current window are overwritten. When the comments on the current window are required, be sure to save them in a file before reading the specified comments. Note 2: If the text format is different when read is executed, an error message is displayed. s Format of a comment file in the text format A comment file adopts the normal text format as shown below. The extension for comment files is "txt". Device name
5 digits max.

1 2

, Label name Comment 1 Comment 2 Comment 3 , , ,

8 digits max. 32 digits max. 32 digits max. 32 digits max.

Comma Each element is delimited with a comma. When the character string is short, it can be read even if unnecessary portions are omitted in the description. The length of the character string is fixed as shown above when a file is saved. The table below shows the character types and the number of characters.
Label name Comment 1 Comment 2 Comment 3 32 characters maximum Letters. 8 characters maximum. Space and comma cannot be entered.

s When reading/saving data using other software Comments saved in text format can be read by spreadsheet software and data base software. Comments can also be edited by spreadsheet software and data base software, saved in a file, and then read by the Ladder Builder for KV. When reading or saving data using such software as described above, specify the CSV format (in which each item is delimited with comma).

Example When Microsoft Excel Ver. 5.0 spreadsheet software is used

When reading data Select a text file (*.prn, *.txt or *.csv) in "File Type" in the "Open File" dialog box. Next, select "Data delimited into each field by delimiters such as comma and tab" in "Data Format" in "Text File Wizard". Select "Comma" in "String Delimiter". Select "No" in "Character String Quotation Mark". When saving data Select "CSV (delimited with comma)" in "File Type" in the "Save As" dialog box. Select "*.txt" which can be read by the ladder buffer for KV as the extension of the file.

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2.3.6

Saving a ladder diagram in text format

The ladder program being created can be saved in text format. When the "Save As" dialog box is opened, enter the file name, and save it.

File Other Format Save Ladder Diagram in Text Format

2
2.3.7
File File-Verify File

Example This is useful when reading a ladder diagram saved in text format to a word processor software, and then reformatting it. Use "Notepad" provided as a WINDOWS accessory.

Verifying files
The ladder diagram in the editor can be verified against the contents of the ladder program saved in the personal computer. For verification, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "File-Verify File" from the "File" menu. The "Open File" dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the verification source file, and click the [OK] button. 3. If a difference is detected, the message "Verification error" is displayed. Click the [OK] button. The error list is displayed. 4. Select the desired verification error, and click the [JUMP] button. The cursor is moved to the location at which the verification error has occurred in the ladder diagram in the editor.

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2.4

Entering/Deleting Symbols and Connection Lines

This section describes how to enter/delete symbols and connection lines to/from a ladder diagram.

2.4.1

Entering symbols
A ladder symbol is automatically entered when an instruction word is specified. An instruction word can be entered using either of the following two methods. In the first method, you can select the desired instruction word type and the desired instruction word code from the "Enter Instruction Word" window. In the second method, you can directly enter the desired instruction word from the dialog box displayed when the first character of the desired instruction word is entered. Or you can enter an a (N.O.) contact, a b (N.C.) contact, an a (N.O.) contact OR, a b (N.C.) contact OR, or a coil in the current cursor position.
2.4.3 Entering contacts/coils directly (p. 2-42)

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Selective input

Direct input p. 2-41

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Entering symbols by selection

Edit Symbol Input Symbol Selective Input (Tab)

When the desired instruction word type is selected on the "Enter Instruction Word" window, instruction codes available for the selected instruction word can be selected from the list. As well, a device can be specified for each operand. If you are not familiar with creation of ladder programs and handling of instruction words, it is recommended that you enter symbols from the "Enter Instruction Word" window to ensure they are correct.

To open the "Enter Instruction Word" window, select "Edit", "Symbol Input" and "Symbol Selective Input" from the menu. In addition, the following two methods are also available. These two methods offer quicker operation. Place the mouse cursor in the cell in the ladder diagram to which an instruction word is to be entered, and double-click it. Select the desired cell using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN keys, and then press the Tab key.

Note: When an instruction word has already been entered in the selected cell, it is opened in the edit mode. s Setting the "Enter Instruction Word" window
Radio button

Sequence selection

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1. Select the desired instruction word type from "Instruction Type" located in the right portion of the window. Click the desired radio button. 2. Select the desired instruction word from the "Instruction Word" list. When selecting an instruction word to be executed only once at the ON signal, click the "Execute Once at ON" check box to add the check mark, and then select the desired instruction word. Instruction words and their types
Instruction word type Instruction word Executed only once at the ON signal Basic Instructions LD, LDB, AND, ANB, OR, ORB, ANL, ORL, OUT. OUB, SET, RES, TMR, TMH, TMS, C, UDC, DIFU, DIFD, KEEP, SFT, HSP, MC, MCR, MEMSW, END, ENDH W-ON, W-OFF, W-UE, W-DE, STG, JMP, ENDS, STP, SET, ITVL, CTH, CTC, CALL, SBN, RET, FOR, NEXT, HKEY DW, TMIN, LDA, STA, CMP, ADD, SUB, MUL, DIV, ANDA, ORA, EORA, SRA, SLA, RRA, RLA, COM, INC, DEC, MPX, DMX, TBCD, TBIN, ASC, RASC, ROOT @TMIN, @LDA, @STA, @CMP, @ADD, @SUB, @MUL, @DIV, @ANDA, @ORA, @EORA, @SRA, @SLA, @RRA, @RLA, @COM, @INC, @DEC, @MPX, @DMX, @TBCD, @TBIN, @ASC, @RASC, @ROOT

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Application Instructions

Arithmetic Instructions

Interrupt Instructions

DI, EI, INT, RETI

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3. Specify a device for each operand. Click the button to display the device type list. Select the desired device type from this list, and enter the corresponding number directly.

4. When setup is complete, click the [OK] or [Insert] button. [OK] : Overwrites a ladder symbol. [Insert] : Inserts a ladder symbol in the cursor position. [Cancel] : Cancels the setting entered, and closes the window. 5. The selected ladder symbol is entered. When a symbol has already been entered in the position, it is replaced with the new symbol selected.

Example When the relay 2008 is entered

LD Relay 2008

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Entering symbols directly

Edit Symbol Input Symbol Direct Input (Enter)

Instruction words can also be directly entered. When you are familiar with creation of ladder programs and handling of instruction words, direct input is recommended because it is quicker and more efficient than input through the "Enter Instruction Word" window. To open the dialog box for directly entering instruction words, select "Edit", "Symbol Input" and "Direct Symbol Input" from the menu. The following two methods are also available for quicker operation. Select the desired cell using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN keys, and then enter the first character of the instruction word to be entered. You can also press the ENTER key when changing an existing input. The dialog box is opened in which the first character is displayed.

1 2

Example When "A" is entered

s Entering symbols in the direct input dialog box 1. Enter an instruction word directly from the keyboard into the text box.

Note 2: For LD and LDB, "A" and "B" can be entered instead respectively. LD 0001 A 0001 LDB 0001 B 0001 2. When input is complete, click the [OK] or [Ins] button. [OK] : Overwrites the existing ladder symbol. [Ins] : Inserts the ladder symbol entered in the cursor position. [Cancel] : Cancels the setting entered, and closes the window. 3. The ladder symbol is entered.

Note 1: Enter an instruction word in mnemonic format, and enter a space between the instruction word and the device name. LD 0001

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2.4.2

Deleting symbols
To delete a symbol, place the cursor in the symbol to be deleted, click it, and then perform either of the following operations. (This procedure is equivalent in principle to the character deletion procedure.) Press the space bar. Press the Delete key. (When the Backspace key is pressed, the symbol just before the cursor is deleted.)

Edit Symbol Input Delete Symbol (Delete)

2
2.4.3

Entering contacts/coils directly

Enter a contact or coil directly in the current cursor position.

Entering a/b contacts

Edit Symbol Input a (N.O.) Contact Input (F5) b (N.C.) Contact Input (Shift + F5) a (N.O.) Contact OR Input (F4) b (N.C.) Contact OR Input (Shift + F4)

To enter a contact, perform the following procedure. 1. Place the cursor in the input position. 2. Select "Symbol Input" from the "Edit" menu, and select the contact type to be entered from the submenu. The corresponding function key can be pressed instead or the corresponding icon can be clicked. The "Change Device" dialog box is displayed. When entering an a contact: a (N.O.) Contact Input When entering a b contact b (N.C.) Contact Input When entering an a contact OR a (N.O.) Contact OR Input When entering a b contact OR b (N.C.) Contact OR Input

(F5) key (Shift + F5) keys (F4) key (Shift + F4) keys

button button button button

3. Enter a device name directly from the keyboard into the text box.

4. When input is complete, click the [OK] button. When the [Cancel] button is clicked, the setting entered is canceled and the dialog box is closed. 5. The ladder symbol is entered.

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Entering coils
Edit Symbol Input Coil Input (F7) b (N.C.) Contact Coil Input (Shift +F7)

To enter a coil, perform the following procedure. 1. Place the cursor in the input line. 2. Select "Symbol Input" from the "Edit" menu, and select the coil type to be entered from the submenu. The corresponding function key can be pressed instead or the corresponding icon can be clicked. The "Change Device" dialog box is displayed. When entering a coil When entering the b contact coil : Coil Input : Coil Input F7 key Shift + F7 keys button button

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3. Enter a device name directly from the keyboard into the text box.

4. When input is complete, click the [OK] button. When the [Cancel] button is clicked, the setting entered is canceled and the dialog box is closed. 5 The ladder symbol is entered.

2.4.4

Changing the device at the current cursor position

To change the device at the current cursor position, perform the following procedure. 1. Place the cursor in the device to be changed. 2. Select "Change Device at Current Position" from the "Edit" menu or right-click menu or press the Esc key. The "Change Device" dialog box is displayed. 3. Enter a device name directly from the keyboard into the text box.

Edit Change Device at Cursor Position (Esc) 5 Right-click

4. When input is complete, click the [OK] button. When the [Cancel] button is clicked, the setting entered is canceled and the dialog box is closed. 5. The device is changed.

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2.4.5

Entering/Deleting connection lines

Edit Edit Connection Line (Ctrl + K + \)

Entering connection lines

The following two methods can be used to enter connection lines. s Pressing the keys or clicking the icon (F8) + (/) (slash key) or : Draws a connection line downward from the cursor position. : Draws a connection line to the right of the cursor position.

(F9) + (-) (minus key) or

s Using the mouse and cursor control keys in connection line edit mode To draw connection lines using the mouse, first change the input mode. The following four methods can be used to change the mode. Select "Edit Connection Line" from the menu displayed by right-clicking. Select "Edit Connection Line" from the "Edit" menu. Press the Ctrl and K keys at the same time. Press the \ key.

When connection line edit mode is selected, the cursor shape is changed as follows.

To return to the normal edit mode, perform this procedure again. 1. Place the mouse cursor at the desired connection line start position. When using the keyboard, press the ENTER key. 2. While pressing and holding the left mouse button, move the mouse cursor in the desired direction (drag). When using the keyboard, press either the LEFT, RIGHT, UP or DOWN key. 3. Release the button at the desired connection line end position. When using the keyboard, press the [ENTER] key again. (If the [Delete] key is pressed, the connection line is deleted.)

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Deleting connection lines

To delete a connection line, press the Delete key while dragging the connection line to be deleted in connection line edit mode. The following procedures are also available to delete connection lines. s When deleting a vertical connection line Press the Shift and F8 keys at the same time. While dragging the connection line to be deleted in connection line edit mode, press the Shift key and release the left mouse button at the same time. Click the button.

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s When deleting a horizontal connection line Press the space bar. Press the Backspace key. (The connection line just before the cursor is deleted.) Press the Delete key. While dragging the connection line to be deleted in connection line edit mode, press the Shift key and release the left mouse button at the same time. Click the button.

2.4.6

Canceling edit operations

Canceling an edit operation (UNDO)

Edit Undo (Ctrl + Z)

The last edit operation (input, move or copy of a symbol) that was performed can be canceled, and the previous status can be recovered. When the last edit operation is unrecoverable and the undo operation is disabled, the selection item "Undo" is shown in a lighter color to indicate the selection is disabled. s Unrecoverable operations Replacement of operands Conversion of N.O./N.C. contacts Read/save of programs, mnemonic files, etc. Change of labels or comments Input of macros

Canceling an undo operation (REDO)

Edit Redo (Ctrl + Y)

The last undo operation that was performed can be canceled. When the last undo operation cannot be canceled, the selection item "Redo" is shown in a lighter color to indicate the selection is disabled.

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2.5

Entering Comments/Labels
This section describes how to enter comments/labels to contacts, how to change these comments/labels, and how to enter/change line comments.

2.5.1

Editing comments/labels
The label name, comment 1, comment 2, and comment 3 can be entered for a contact. Comments are entered so that the contents of a contact can be easily deduced when editing a ladder diagram. Comments are displayed in the ladder diagram monitor, the simulator and the monitor. Manipulate the "Edit Comment/Label" dialog box. This dialog box is displayed for each device type, and allows you to edit two or more comments at a time. The label name and comment can also be changed by selecting the device to be changed in the ladder diagram.
Making changes directly in the ladder diagram (p. 2-49)

The comment/label edit method is described below. Note: The comment 2 and comment 3 files are dedicated to the Ladder Builder for KV. When the comment is to be shared with the KV IncrediWare (DOS), use comment 1.

Editing the list for each device

Comment Edit Comment/Label (Ctrl + F7)

1. Select "Edit Comment/Label" from the "Comment" menu, or click the The "Edit Comment/Label" dialog box is displayed. The relays 0000 to 0415 are displayed by default.

button.

Reading device selection area

Label/comment input area

Device list display area

The "*" symbol is displayed beside devices used in the ladder diagram. 2. Select the device to be edited in the "Reading Device" area. 3. Specify the device range to be displayed in the list in the "Device Range" area.

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4. Click and select the device for which a label/comment is to be edited, and then click the [Edit] button. (Or the desired device displayed in the list can be clicked and selected.) When using the keyboard, select the desired device using the UP and DOWN keys, and press the ENTER key. The cursor is displayed in "Label Name" in the label/comment input area so that characters can be entered. 5. Enter or change the label/comment. A label/comment can be copied from or exchanged with another device.

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The table below shows the available character types and the maximum number of characters allowed.
Label name Comment 1 Comment 2 Comment 3 Alphabet. 8 characters maximum. Spaces and commas cannot be entered. 32 characters maximum (This comment is compatible with KV IncrediWare (DOS) relay comments.) 32 characters maximum 32 characters maximum

To register basic relays, click the [Register Basic Relay] button in the "Edit Comment/Label" dialog box, and then enter the basic relays of the model used into comment 1. 6. When input is complete, click the [Write] button. To close the "Edit Comment/Label" dialog box, click the [Exit] button. The label/comment is entered.

To display labels/comments, select the "View" menu. When the submenu is displayed, select "Show Label" or "Show Comment".
For the method to specify the comment to be displayed, refer to the display mode (p. 2-19).

Note: A label name can be used instead of a device name when entering, searching for or replacing a symbol. For example, when the label "SW1" is attached to the device "0000", the program can be written as follows. Instead of entering "0000" : SW1 Instead of entering "LD0000" LD: SW1 Labels cannot be entered in the instruction selection window.

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s When selecting the devices to be displayed in the list The devices to be displayed in the list can be selected by checking the following item. Show Registered Device Only: Displays the devices in which labels/comments are registered. Show Using Device Only: Displays the devices used in the ladder diagram. When neither item is checked, all the devices are displayed.

s When copying a label/comment from another device 1. Place the cursor in the copy source device, and click the [Copy] button. 2. Place the cursor in the copy destination device, and click the [Write] button. When the [Exchange] button is clicked instead of the [Write] button, the contents of the input area are exchanged with the comments of the selected device. s When deleting registered labels/comments To delete only the selected device, place the cursor in the device to be deleted, and press the Delete key or click the [Delete Selected Line] button. To delete all of the devices, click the [Delete All] button. s When copying a comment block from other devices 1. Select the comment range of the device to be copied as a block in the device list display area.
Selecting the range (p. 2-52)

2. Click the [Block Edit] button. The "Block Edit" dialog box is displayed.

Radio buttons

3. Select the comment type to be copied by selecting the corresponding radio button. 4. Click the [Copy] button. 5. Specify the start device in the copy destination device range in the device list display area. 6. Click the [Block Edit] button. The "Block Edit" dialog box is displayed. 7. Click the [Paste] button. The contact comments in the device range covering the number of devices specified in step 1, starting from the device number selected in step 5 are copied.

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s When moving a comment block from other devices Perform steps 1 to 7 described above. However, click the [Cut] button instead of the [Copy] button in step 4. Using this procedure, the comment block of the selected devices can be moved. s When deleting a comment block from other devices Perform steps 1 to 4. However, click the [Cut] button in step 4. Using this procedure, the comment block of the selected devices can be deleted.

Making changes directly in the ladder diagram

Comment Change Label Name of Current Device (Ctrl + B) Change Comment of Current Device (Ctrl + M)

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Perform the following procedure when entering a label name or comment in the ladder diagram. 1. Place the cursor in the device to be entered. 2. When entering a label name, select "Change Label Name of Current Device Ctrl + B" from the "Comment" menu. When entering a comment, select "Change Comment Name of Current Device Ctrl + M" from the "Comment" menu. The "Change Label" or "Change Comment X" dialog box is displayed. The dialog box name in which comments can be changed varies depending on the comment type selected in "Comment Type" in "Display Mode". When a label name or comment has already been registered in the device, the registered character string is displayed. 3. Enter the desired character string. The comment selected in "Comment Type" in "Display Mode" can be entered.
Display mode (p. 2-19)

* Example: When "Comment 2" is displayed in "Comment Type"

4. The displayed character string is entered when the [OK] button is clicked. To cancel the input, click the [Cancel] button.

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2.5.2

Editing line comments

A line comment can be described in each line of the ladder diagram. Line comments are entered so that the contents of each circuit block can be easily deduced when editing the ladder diagram. Line comments are displayed in the ladder diagram monitor, the simulator and the monitor. To enter a line comment or change a comment, perform the following procedure.

Comment Edit Line Comment (Ctrl + Enter)

1. Place the cursor in the line for which a line comment is to be entered/changed. When changing a comment that has already been entered, double-click the comment. The "Enter Line Comment" dialog box is then displayed. 2. Select "Edit Line Comment" from the "Comment" menu, or click the The "Enter Line Comment" dialog box is displayed. 3. Enter or change the comment. Up to 70 characters can be entered. button.

4. When the [Insert] button is clicked, a new line is inserted. When the [Overwrite] button is clicked, a new line is written over the current line. To cancel, click the [Cancel] button. The entered comment is displayed in the ladder diagram.

Line comment

Note 1: When the [Overwrite] button is clicked, the portion of the ladder diagram located in the cursor line is deleted. Make sure it is okay to delete the corresponding portion of the ladder diagram before clicking the [Overwrite] button. Note 2: Line comments cannot be transferred to the PLC. Accordingly, line comments are not included in a program read from the PLC.

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2.5.3

Changing ladder lines into comments

Comment Change Ladder Line into Comment Settings (Ctrl + Q) 5 Right-click Change Ladder Line into Comment Cancel (Ctrl + W) 5 Right-click

When you specify a ladder line to be treated as a comment, only this specified portion is ignored during conversion. Set this function temporarily when you do not want a certain portion to be converted. To set ladder lines to be changed into comments or to reverse this setting, perform the following procedure. 1. Select the range of the ladder lines to be changed into comments or for which the setting is to be reversed.
Selecting the range (p.2-52)

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2. To set the line range to be changed into comments, select "Comment", "Change Ladder Line into Comment and Settings Ctrl + Q" from the menu or right-click menu. To cancel the setting, select "Cancel Ctrl + W" from the submenu. 3. The selected line range is changed into comments. When the setting is canceled, the specified range can be converted.

Note 1: The ladder lines set to be changed into comments cannot be transferred to the PLC. Accordingly, the ladder lines set to be changed into comments are not included in a program read from the PLC. Note 2: The ladder lines set to be changed into comments cannot be read by the KV IncrediWare (DOS). Accordingly, when a program is read by the KV IncrediWare (DOS) and saved with the same name, the ladder lines set to be changed into comments are deleted.

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2.6

Edit and Arrangement

This section describes ladder diagram edit procedures, such as copy/movement/ deletion of the range selected in the ladder diagram, insertion/deletion of lines, how to change the number of columns, arrangement of circuits, etc.

2.6.1

Copy, move, and delete

Copy, move or delete the range selected in a ladder diagram. To copy, move or delete the selected range, use the "cut & paste" method which is a standard Windows editing procedure.

Selecting the range

To copy, move or delete data, first select the range. The range can be selected using the mouse or keyboard. Note: Copy, move and delete functions cannot be performed while in connection line edit mode. If connection line edit mode is selected, select "Edit Connection Line" from the "Edit" menu, and select the normal edit mode (in which the check mark is not added). s Selecting the range using the mouse 1. Place the mouse pointer in the selection start position, and click. The cursor is displayed.

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2. While pressing and holding the left button, move the pointer to the selection end position (drag). The selected range is displayed in yellow. Selecting the range in units of cells While dragging the mouse pointer, move it in the horizontal direction up to the target cell until the desired range is selected.

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Selecting the range in units of lines While dragging the mouse pointer, move it in the vertical direction up to the target line until the desired range is selected.

Note: A portion of a cell covering two or more lines cannot be selected. 3. Release the left button in the selection end position. To cancel the selection, click anywhere in the ladder diagram. s Selecting the range using the keyboard 1. Place the cursor in the selection start position using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN keys. 2. While pressing and holding the Shift key, press the LEFT, RIGHT, UP or DOWN key, and move the cursor to the selection end position. The selected range is displayed in yellow. Note: A portion of a cell covering two or more lines cannot be selected. 3. Release the [Shift] key in the selection end position. To cancel the selection, press the LEFT, RIGHT, UP or DOWN key again. Note: When the range is selected in units of cells from the right to the left, the cell at the left end cannot be selected. When the range is selected in units of lines in an upward direction, the line at the top end cannot be selected.

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Copy/move/delete operation
Edit Cut (Ctrl + X) 5 Right-click Copy (Ctrl + C) 5 Right-click Paste (Ctrl + V) 5 Right-click

1. After selecting the desired range, perform the following procedure. s When copying data Perform any of the following operations.

Select "Copy" from the "Edit" menu on the tool bar, or select "Copy" from the right-click menu. Click the button.

While pressing and holding the Ctrl key, press the C key.

When copying data from another file When two or more windows are open, the desired range can be selected on another file window, and then copied or moved to the current window. 1. Click the copy source window to set it as the current window. 2. Select the desired range, and copy it. 3. Click the copy destination window to set it as the current window. 4. Perform the paste operation.
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s When moving/deleting data Perform any of the following operations. Select "Cut" from the "Edit" menu on the tool bar, or select "Cut" from the shortcut menu displayed by right-clicking. Click the button.

While pressing and holding the Ctrl key, press the X key.

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2. Perform the following procedure when copying or moving data. s When pasting data to a ladder diagram Place the mouse pointer in the copy destination or the move destination, then click it. You can also move the cursor to the copy destination or the move destination using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN keys.

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3. Perform any of the following operations. Select "Paste" from the "Edit" menu on the tool bar, or select "Paste" from the shortcut menu displayed by right-clicking. Click the button.

While pressing and holding the Ctrl key, press the V key. While pressing and holding the Shift key, press Insert key. The selected range is pasted.

Note 1: The cut portion is temporarily copied to the cut buffer. Accordingly, even if the portion is cut to be deleted, the cut portion can be pasted again by performing step 3 above. Note 2: When the number of cells copied is larger than the paste destination space, the message "Cant write at current position." is displayed, and the cells equivalent to only the paste destination space are pasted. The remaining cells are not pasted.

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2.6.2

Inserting and deleting lines

To insert lines into a ladder diagram or delete existing lines, perform the following procedure.

Inserting blank lines

Edit Insert Empty Line (Shift + Enter) 5 Right-click

1. Place the cursor in the position at which blank lines are to be inserted. To insert two or more blank lines at once, first select the insertion range. Then, the selected blank lines can be inserted all at once.

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2. Select "Insert Empty Line" from the "Edit" menu or right-click menu, or press the ENTER key while pressing and holding the Shift key. Blank lines are inserted above the cursor.

Deleting lines
Edit Delete Line (Shift + Delete)

1. Place the cursor in the line to be deleted. To delete two or more lines at once, first select the deletion range.

2. Select "Delete Line" from the "Edit" menu, or press the DEL key while pressing and holding the Shift key. The specified lines are deleted.

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2.7

Jump, Search, and Replace

This section describes how to jump to any position in a ladder diagram, search for an instruction word/operand, and replace operands or N.O./N.C. contacts.

2.7.1

Jump
The edit control can jump to any position by specifying the desired line number or step number of the program. The edit control can also be jumped to the first or last line. Use the jump function to quickly change the edit position.

Jump to the specified line/step

Edit Jump Line/Step No.

To jump to another position by specifying the desired line number or step number of the ladder program, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Edit", "Jump," and "Line/Step No." from the menu. You can also enter the desired line number or step number directly from the keyboard. The "Jump to Specified Line" dialog box is displayed. 2. Specify the line number or step number as the jump destination. When a line number or step number is entered from the keyboard in step 1, it is already specified.

3. Click the [Line] button when jumping the edit control by specifying a line number. Click the [Step] button when jumping the edit control by specifying a step number. Click the [Cancel] button to cancel jumping. The specified line or step is displayed, and the cursor is moved to the specified line or step. Note: When a number larger than the last line or step number is selected, the last line or step is displayed.

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Jump to the first/last line

Edit Jump Top (Ctrl + Home) Bottom (Ctrl + End)

To jump to the first line or the last line of a ladder diagram, perform the following procedure. s When jumping to the first line Select "Edit", "Jump" and "Top" from the menu. s When jumping to the last line Select "Edit", "Jump" and "Bottom " from the menu.

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Jump to the registered line

Edit Jump Line Registration (Ctrl + L) Registered Line (Ctrl + J)

The desired lines can be temporarily registered together with comments, and the edit control can be jumped by specifying the jump destination from the registered line list. This function is useful when a jump to the same line is performed many times or when the line number does not help you recognize the line. s Registering lines Register lines using the following procedure. 1. Place the cursor in the line to be registered. 2. Select "Edit", "Jump" and "Line Registration" from the menu. The "Line Registration" dialog box is displayed. 3. Enter the desired comment for the line to be registered into "Comment" if necessary. When registering the same comment for another line, change "Line No." to the line number to be registered. Up to 70 characters can be entered.

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4. Click the [Register] button when registering the specified line. Click the [Cancel] button to cancel registration. The specified line is registered. Note: Up to 32 lines can be registered. When the number of registered lines exceeds 32, lines are deleted beginning at the oldest one. s Jump to a registered line To jump to a registered line, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Edit", "Jump" and "Registered Line" from the menu. The "Jump to Registered Line" dialog box is displayed.

2. Position the pointer over the jump destination line in the line No./comment list displayed, and then click it. Double-click it to jump immediately. 3. Click the [Jump] button. To cancel jumping, click the [Cancel] button. The specified line is displayed, and the cursor is moved to the specified line. s Deleting a registered line Place the cursor in the line to be deleted in the "Jump to Registered Line" dialog box, and click the [Delete Registration] button. The specified line is deleted. Note 1: Set registration for each ladder program window. Note 2: When a file is saved, data on registered lines is also saved. Note 3: When data is saved by the KV IncrediWare (DOS), registration becomes invalid.

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Jump to the next/previous block

Edit Jump Next Block (Ctrl + DOWN) Previous Block (Ctrl + UP)

To jump to the next circuit block or to the previous circuit block from the current cursor position, perform the following procedure. s Jump to the next circuit block Select "Edit", "Jump" and "Next Block" from the menu. Press the DOWN key while pressing and holding the Ctrl key. Note: Jump from a comment line to the next circuit block is disabled. s Jump to the previous circuit block Select "Edit", "Jump" and "Previous Block" from the menu. Press the UP key while pressing and holding the Ctrl key.

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Jump to the beginning/end of the line

Edit Jump Beginning of Line (Home) End of Line (End)

To jump to the beginning or end of the line in which the cursor is currently placed, perform the following procedure. s Jump to the beginning of a line Select "Edit", "Jump" and "Beginning of Line" from the menu. Press the Home key.

s Jump to the end of a line Select "Edit", "Jump" and "End of Line" from the menu. Press the End key.

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2.7.2

Searching for instruction words/operands

To search for an instruction and a device in a program by specifying an instruction word or operand, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Edit" and "Find" from the menu. Or click the The "Find Instruction" dialog box is displayed. button.

Edit Find (Ctrl + F)

2. Enter an instruction word to be found into the "Instruction Word" text box. Enter an operand to be found into the "Operand" text box. You can also search for either one alone.

Note 1: When searching for a timer instruction, counter instruction or high-speed counter instruction, specify "TMR", "CTC", etc. as the instruction word to be found and "T0", "C0" , etc. as the operand to be found. Note 2: When two or more operands are used, specify both the instruction and the operand to be found. 3. Select the search direction. Forward: Searches forward from the current cursor position. Backward: Searches backward from the current cursor position. 4. Click the [Search Next] button. Search is started, and the first block found containing the instruction or operand is displayed. When the specified instruction word or operand is not found, the message "Cant find specified symbol." is displayed.

5. When searching continuously, click the [Search Next] button. To stop searching, click the [Cancel] button. Note 1: Two or more search windows can be opened. Note 2: Search is executed for the current ladder window. Because the search condition remains valid even after the current ladder window is changed, the same condition can be used for searching a different ladder window.

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2.7.3

Searching for the device at the cursor position

Edit Find Device at Cursor Position in Ladder Search Backward (U) (F2) Search Forward (F3) Search for OUT Backward (Shift + F2) Search for OUT Forward (Shift + F3)

To search for the device equivalent to the device at the current cursor position, perform the following procedure. 1. Place the cursor in the device to be found.

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2. Select "Find Device at Cursor Position in Ladder" from the "Edit" menu.

3. Select the search direction. Search Backward : Searches backward from the current cursor position. Search Forward : Searches forward from the current cursor position. Search for OUT Backward : Searches for OUT backward from the current cursor position. Search for OUT Forward : Searches for OUT forward from the current cursor position. 4. Search is started, and the first device found is displayed.

5. When searching continuously, repeat steps 2 to 4 above.

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2.7.4

Replacing operands
When replacing an operand by specifying the replacement range and the replacement width, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Replace Operand" from the "Edit" menu, or click the The "Replace Operand" dialog box is displayed. button.

Edit Replace Operand (Ctrl + R)

2. Enter the operand before replacement into the "Before Replacement" text box. Enter the operand after replacement into the "After Replacement" text box.

3. Enter the replacement width.

What is the replacement width? The replacement width indicates how many operands are to be treated as the replacement target. For example, when "3" is set while replacing "3000" with "0500", "3000" to "3002" will be replaced with "0500" to "0502".
4. Specify the replacement range using the line number. By default, all the lines are replaced (from the first line to the last line). 5. Specify the replacement method. Add a check mark to the desired method by clicking it.
Replace All without Check Show Cant Replace Message Move Comment and Label The message to confirm execution of replacement is not displayed at all. For an operand which cannot be replaced, the mes sage is displayed. The comment and the label attached to the operand before replacement are attached to the operand after replacement.

6. To execute replacement, click the [OK] button. To cancel replacement, click the [Cancel] button. The operand set to the "Before Replacement" text box is indicated with the grey cursor, and the confirmation message "Replace this operand?" is displayed.

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7. Click the [Yes] button to execute replacement. Click the [No] button not to execute replacement. Click the [Cancel] button to cancel replacement. The operand indicated with the brown cursor is replaced with the operand set to the "After Replacement" text box.

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Note 1: When "Replace All without Check" is selected, the confirmation message is not displayed. Note 2: When "Move Comment and Label" is selected, all the comments of the devices in the set range are replaced. For example, when "0000" is replaced with "0010", the "0000" comment is deleted, and the "0010" comment replaces it. 8. When all replacements are complete, the number of operands replaced is displayed. Click the [OK] button.

2.7.5

Converting a/b contacts

To convert an a (N.O.) contact into a b (N.C.) contact or to convert a b (N.C.) contact into an a (N.O.) contact, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Convert a-b (N.O.-N.C.) Contacts" from the "Edit" menu. The "Convert a-b (N.O.-N.C.) Contacts" dialog box is displayed. 2. Enter the operand to be converted. Click "Convert All without Check" to attach the check mark so that the message to confirm execution of conversion is not displayed.

Edit Convert a-b (N.O.-N.C.) Contacts (Ctrl + A)

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3. To execute conversion, click the [OK] button. To cancel conversion, click the [Cancel] button. The specified operand is indicated with the grey cursor, and the confirmation message "Covert this contact?" is displayed.

Note : When "Convert All without Check" is selected, the confirmation message is not displayed. 4. Click the [Yes] button to execute conversion. Click the [No] button not to execute conversion. Click the [Cancel] button to cancel conversion. The a (N.O.) contact is converted into a b (N.C.) contact. The b contact is converted into an a contact.

5 When all conversions are complete, the number of contacts converted is displayed. Click the [OK] button.

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2.8

Editing the Mnemonic List

This section describes how to display each block of circuit in a ladder diagram as a mnemonic list, and how to edit the mnemonic language directly.

2.8.1

Displaying and terminating a mnemonic list

Displaying a mnemonic list

Edit Edit List

To display mnemonic lists by specifying blocks and to enter symbols by editing mnemonic lists, perform the following procedure. 1. Place the cursor in the block for which a mnemonic list is to be displayed or in which the edit contents of the mnemonic list are to be inserted/replaced. In the case of insertion, the edit contents are inserted above the cursor line.

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2. Select "Edit List" from the "Edit" menu, or click the

button.

The mnemonic list of the block at the cursor position is displayed on the list edit window.

The mnemonic language can be directly edited on this screen. For a compiled block, step numbers are displayed. When entering a new mnemonic, a step number and comment do not have to be entered.
For the compilation procedure, refer to "2.12 Compilation" on page 2-75.

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Terminating a mnemonic list

s Inserting the mnemonic list edited into the cursor position, and terminating edits When edits are complete, click the [Insert] button. The list edit window is closed, and the edit contents are inserted at the cursor position in the ladder diagram. s Replacing the block in the cursor position with the mnemonic list edited, and terminating edits When edits are complete, click the [Replace Blocks] button. The list edit window is closed, and the block at the cursor position in the ladder diagram is overwritten with the edit contents.

Format of a mnemonic list

The following format is used in a mnemonic list. Keep in mind that compilation is disabled if the format is different.

Step No.

Mnemonic Operand ; 2 spaces Semicolon Comment

2 spaces

2 spaces

Note 1: Comments cannot be edited in a mnemonic list. Note 2: Step numbers and comments do not have to be entered while editing a mnemonic list.

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2.8.2

Copy, move, and delete

Copy, move and delete in a mnemonic list can be performed using the "cut & paste" operation in the same way as in a ladder diagram. 1. Place the cursor in the start position of the copy/move/delete range. 2. While pressing and holding the [Shift] key, move the cursor to the end position of the range using the UP and DOWN keys. The selected range is displayed in blue.

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3. Release the key when in the end position. When canceling the selection, press the UP or DOWN key without pressing and holding the [Shift] key. 4. Perform the cut, copy or paste operation using the shortcut keys.
Copy/move/delete operation (p. 2-54)

Cut [Ctrl] + [X] : Cuts the selected range. Copy [Ctrl] + [C ] : Copies the selected range. Paste [Ctrl] + [V] : Pastes the cut or copied range. Note: In Windows 95, the mouse (right-click) can be used instead of the keys.

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2.9

Displaying the Use Status

This section describes how to display the list of relays, timers, counters, comparators, data memory and temporary memory used in the program while editing a ladder diagram.

2.9.1

Displaying a use status list

Displaying the use status

Edit Usage Information

To display lists of relays, timers, counters, comparators, data memory and temporary memory used in the program while editing a ladder diagram, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Usage Information" from the "Edit" menu, or click the The "Usage Information" dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the item to be checked from "Type". The use status list is then displayed. button.

3. You can edit ladder diagrams while checking the use status list on the display. To reflect the latest use status for the ladder diagram being created, click the [Update(U)] button. 4. To close the use status list, click the [Close(C)] button.

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2.10

Setting the System

This section describes how to set the directory used for the auto save function, and how to select the decompilation error check.

2.10.1 Setting the system

Edit System Settings

To set the directory used for the auto save function and to select the decompilation error check, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "System Settings" from the "Edit" menu. The "System Settings" dialog box is displayed. s When setting the work directory used for the automatic save function Specify the directory (folder) used for the automatic save function as "Work Directory" using a full path.

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s When selecting the decompilation error check Click the "Code Check" check box to add a check mark. Decompilation errors will then be automatically checked when a ladder program is compiled. If an error is detected, the message "Reverse Compile Error" is displayed when compilation is complete.
H.3 Programs which cannot be decomplied (Appendices p. 2-203)

The code check is specified by default. When the deconversion error check is not required, delete the check mark. Note: When the code check is specified, the compilation time is longer because a program in which errors will be detected during decompilation and whose transfer will be aborted is checked while the program is transferred from the KV main body to the personal computer.

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2.11

Entering and Developing Macros

The Ladder Builder for KV is equipped with a macro function. By using macros, programs in which the same process is repeated many times and for which there are extended instructions can be entered efficiently. The Ladder Builder for KV is equipped as standard with the macro file to enter frequently used circuits.

2.11.1 Creating a macro file

To use a macro, first create a macro file saving the contents to be processed in the macro. To create a macro, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "New" from the "File" menu, and open a new ladder program window in accordance with the model. 2. Place the cursor in the first line. Select "Edit Line Comment" from the "Comment" menu. The "Enter Line Comment" dialog box is displayed. 3. In the first line, enter the macro name, the number of arguments and the comment in the following format as the macro start declaration line. @ Macro name, Number of arguments, Comment

Macro name Number of arguments

Comment

Include "@" at the beginning.

@TEST.4.test macro Number of arguments Comment

Separate each item with a comma (,).

Enter up to 8 characters. Do not enter spaces. Enter the number of devices to be variable. Temporary devices (shown below) contained in a ladder diagram can be replaced with arbitrary devices (up to 10 devices). Enter a comment on an argument, etc.

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4. Under the macro start declaration line, enter the symbol to be processed by the macro. At this time, describe the devices to be treated as arguments as temporary devices.

What are temporary devices? Temporary devices indicate devices described temporarily when actual devices are not yet determined. Up to 1,000 temporary devices from "@0" to "@999" can be described. Each temporary device will be automatically replaced while a macro is developed.
Note: Up to 10 devices from "@0" to "@9" can be used in each macro. When using them, make sure to assign temporary devices sequentially starting from "@0". 5. In the last line, enter two "@" symbols from "Edit Line Comment" as the macro end declaration line.

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Example Macro which writes data (constant) to the DM0000 when three relays are turned on (Four arguments are used.)
Macro start declaration line Macro Macro end declaration line

6. Two or more macros can be described in one macro file. When describing another macro, repeat steps 3 to 5 above. Note: Make sure to describe each macro in the portion between the macro start declaration line and the macro end declaration line. 7. Select "Save As" from the "File" menu, and save the file with the desired macro file name. The extension of the file name is "ldr" which is the same as the extension for a ladder program. Creation of the macro file is now completed. The Ladder Builder for KV is equipped with the macro file "IMACRO.LDR" to enter frequently used circuits. Use this file when entering circuits. Note 1: The macro start declaration line is entered as a line comment. Enter up to 70 characters. Note 2: Timer/counter instructions cannot use temporary devices.

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2.11.2 Entering and developing macros

Edit Macro Input Develop (Shift + F1)

To use a macro, macro instructions must be entered. 1. Open the macro file in which the macro to be entered is saved. Specify frequently used macros for the auto file read function. 2. Set the ladder program window to which the macro is entered as the current window. 3. Select "Macro Input Develop" from the "Edit" menu. The "Macro Input" dialog box is displayed. 4. Select the name of the macro to be entered in the "Macro Name" text box. The macro name described in the macro start declaration line is displayed here.

5. Enter macro operands to "@0", "@1" . . . You can enter as many macro operands as the number specified as the arguments in the macro file. The comment described in the macro start declaration line is displayed in the "Comment" column. 6. When input is complete, click the [OK] button. To cancel input, click the [Cancel] button. The macro is entered.

Note: Macros that have been changed cannot be returned to their original state.

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2.12

Compilation
This section describes how to compile ladder programs created using the editor.

2.12.1 Executing compilation

Compile Compile (Ctrl + F9)

Ladder programs created using the editor cannot be transferred to a PLC. They must be compiled into machine code. To compile a ladder program, perform the following procedure. 1. Set the ladder diagram of the program to be compiled as the current window.

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2. Select "Compile" from the "Compile" menu, or click the The compilation process is performed.

button.

3. When the program is correctly compiled, the message "Compilation successful." is displayed. Click the [OK] button.

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2.12.2 Error display

Compile Show Error (Ctrl + F10)

When an error occurs during compilation, a message is displayed and you can confirm the contents of the error. 1. When an error occurs, the message "Compilation Error" is displayed.

2. Click the [OK] button. The error list window is displayed.

Error code

Contents

3. To jump to the location in the program in which an error has occurred, specify the desired error and click the [Jump] button. The error location is displayed. 4. To display the error list again, select "Show Error" from the "Compile" menu, or click the button.

2.12.3 Double coil check

Double coil check
Compile Check Double Coil

Double coil locations in a ladder program can be checked. (Double coil locations are not detected as errors during compilation.) Select "Check Double Coil" from the menu. Double coils are then detected. Note: The double-coil check uses three instruction words: OUT, DIFU, and DIFD. Even if double coil locations are not detected by the double coil check, they may function as double coils depending on the assembly of ladder circuits.

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2.13

Printing Functions
This section describes how to print out ladder diagrams, mnemonic lists, labels/ comments/references, device use status, and parameters.

2.13.1 Printing
File Print (Ctrl + P)

Connect the personal computer to a printer before starting the printout. The contents to be printed out must be set before starting the printout. 1. Select "Print" from the "File" menu, or click the The "Print Setup" dialog box is displayed. button.

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2. You can select whether or not each item is printed. Click "Yes" to print the item, and click "No" not to print the item. "Yes" is selected only for ladder diagrams by default.

The following four items can be printed out. Ladder diagrams Mnemonic lists Labels/comments/references Device use status 3. The printout range can be set for each item. Set the range in the dialog box displayed when the [Detail] button is clicked.
For the setup procedure for each item, refer to page 2-78.

4. Click the [OK] button to start printing. Click the [Cancel] button to cancel printing. Note 1: If the settings are changed, the changes are not saved if the [Cancel] button is clicked. Note 2: When "Show in XYM" and "Show Decimal Constant with Sign" are selected in the display mode, printout is performed according to the setting.
Display mode (p. 2-19)

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s Ladder diagram (details)

2
Example of printout
Name : SAMP01.LDR (KV10) LADDER Date : 1997/09/06 Page (1/1)

0001 0000 0002 T000 0003 T001 0004 0000 0005

**

** $00024 T 000 $00020 T 001 $00054 T 002 L0002 (A) L0006 (A) L0006 (A) L0007 (A) L0007 (A) L0005 (%)

L0008 (%)

T000

Item Print Start Line No. Print Finish Line No. No. of Lines in Page Print Comment Print Device Divide Block

Setting contents (input range) Line number from which printout is started Line number at which printout is ended Number of lines printed on one page (5 to 50) Comment 1, Comment 2, Comment 3, or No Device Name or Label Name Consider (divided) or Ignore (not divided)

Initial value 1 Last line on edit screen 20 No Device Name Consider

s Mnemonic list (details)

Example of printout
Name : TRST02 LDR (KV01)
** LD MPS CTC CON CTC CON CTH MPP CTC CON CTC CON CTH ** LD ** 2002 1 0 0 2 3 1 ** 2008 #020 #255 2101 #65535 #65535 0500

LIST

Date : 1997/08/22

Page (1/3)

0000 0001 0002 0003 0004 0005 0006 0007 0008 0009
00010 00011 00012 00013

Item Print Start Step Print Finish Step No. of Lines in Page Print Comment Print Device

Setting contents (input range) Step number from which printout is started Step number at which printout is ended Number of lines printed on one page (30 to 120) Comment 1, Comment 2, Comment 3, or No Device Name or Label Name

Initial value 0 65534 60 No Device Name

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s Labels/comments/references (details) Add the check mark to the devices to be printed out, and set the printout range. By default, all devices are selected and the entire range is specified.

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Example of printout
Name : SAMP01.LDR (KV10) Label Date : 1997/09/06 Page (1/1)

< > <N0.> 0000

<Label> : L002(A)

<Comment1> SWO L0006(A)

<Comment2> SWITCH

<Comment2> SWITCH

0500

: OUTPUT 500 L006(OUT) : OUTPUT 501 L008(OUT) : OUTPUT 502 L007(OUT)

0501

0502

Item Relay Timer Counter High-Speed Counter Comparator Data Memory Temporary Memory

Input range (initial value) Available range according to the model

Available range according to the model

Item No. of Lines in Page Print References

Setting contents (input range) Number of lines printed on one page (30 to 120) Yes or No

Initial value 70 No

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s Device use status Add a check mark to the devices to be printed out, and set the printout range. By default, all devices are selected to be printed out.

Example of printout (relay)

Name : SAMP01.LDR (KV10) Date : 1997/09/11 Page (1/5)

]
0123456789ABCDEF 0123456789ABCDEF 0123456789ABCDEF 0123456789ABCDEF 0123456789ABCDEF

0000 0415: X 0500 0915: XXX 1000 1415: 1500 1915: 2000 2415: 2500 0915:

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2.13.2 Preview display

File (F) Print Preview (V)

To preview on the screen the contents to be printed out, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Print Preview" from the "File" menu. The "Print Setup" dialog box is displayed. 2. Set the contents to be printed out.
For the setup procedure, refer to page 2-79.

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3. Click the [Execute] button. The actual image to be printed out is displayed. The [Print] button can be clicked on this screen to print out the contents displayed.

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2.14

Changing the Display Color on the Screen

In the Ladder Builder, the color layout of the screen can be changed. This section describes how to change display colors on the screen.

2.14.1 Changing display colors on the screen

View Change Ladder Diagram Color

This function sets the color layout of the Ladder Builder screen. The setup procedure is described below. 1. Select "Change Ladder Diagram Color" from the "View" menu. The "Change Ladder Diagram Color" dialog box is displayed. The "Color" box provided on the side of each item indicates the color currently set.

Object screen

2. Select the item whose color is to be changed in the "Section to be Specified" text box, and click the button of "Color". The "Section to be Specified" text box can be set by clicking the desired position in the diagram displayed on the object screen. The "Color Setup" dialog box is displayed. Select the desired color, and click the [OK] button. You can create an intermediate color by clicking the [Create Color] button. To determine the intermediate color created, click the [Add Color] button.

Sets the color tint.

Sets the brightness.

3. When changes are complete, click the [OK] button. Click the [OK] button to confirm the setting. Click the [Cancel] button to cancel the setting. To return the screen colors to the default setting, click the [Back to Initial Setting] button. Note: When the number of display colors on the screen is set to 256 or less, some colors may not be displayed correctly.

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3.1 3.1.1 3.1.2 3.2 3.2.1 3.2.2 3.3 3.3.1 3.3.2 3.3.3 3.3.4 3.3.5 3.4 3.4.1 3.4.2 3.4.3 3.4.4 3.4.5 3.5 3.5.1 3.5.2 3.5.3 3.5.4 3.5.5 3.5.6 3.5.7 Outline of the Simulator Functions ..................................................... 2-84 Outline of the functions ............................................................................ 2-84 Restrictions in the simulator ..................................................................... 2-84 Starting up and Exiting from the Simulator ........................................ 2-86 Operating procedure for startup and exit ................................................. 2-86 Name and function of each part of the screen ......................................... 2-88 Ladder Monitor ...................................................................................... 2-89 Outline of the ladder monitor .................................................................... 2-89 Executing scans ....................................................................................... 2-89 Executing steps ........................................................................................ 2-101 Jump and search ...................................................................................... 2-105 Stop/reset and device all clear ................................................................. 2-108 Monitor All ............................................................................................. 2-109 Outline of monitor all ................................................................................ 2-109 Displaying, saving, and reading the monitor all window ........................... 2-109 Monitor all window .................................................................................... 2-113 Registering devices .................................................................................. 2-113 Selecting and changing devices ............................................................... 2-116 Registration Monitor ............................................................................ 2-119 Outline of the registration monitor ............................................................ 2-119 Displaying, saving, and reading the registration monitor ......................... 2-119 Registration monitor window .................................................................... 2-122 Registering devices .................................................................................. 2-122 Selecting and changing devices ............................................................... 2-123 Manipulating timing charts ....................................................................... 2-128 Printing out the registration monitor ......................................................... 2-131

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3.1.1

Outline of the Simulator Functions

This section outlines the simulator functions and the precautions for use.

Outline of the functions

The simulator simulates the operations of the ladder diagram created by the editor without having to connect to the PLC. The simulator offers the following functions. Confirms a programs operation status in real-time using the ladder monitor, registration monitor (timing chart) and monitor all. Performs simulations using diversified execution methods such as continuous scan, continuous step, one step and one scan. Enables efficient debugging due to the undo function for execution of one step in the reverse direction and execution of continuous step in the reverse direction. Provides easy adjustment of preset values, and current values of timers, counters and devices, as well as contact comments. Sets and resets contacts forcibly.

3.1.2

Restrictions in the simulator

Special utility relays 2002 to 2012 and 2206 are actuated. Other special utility relays are not actuated. High-speed counters are not actuated. The direct clock pulse function is not available. The positioning control function is not available. The following restrictions are provided in operations of interrupt programs.
INT CTC* INT 0000 to INT 0003 INT 0003 Is not executed. Executed in the early portion of a scan. The timing edge can be changed over when 2206 goes ON/ OFF. At this time, the current value of the CTH1 is not as signed to the TM30.

Data memory is not actuated if external data input is used. KV-10 to 80: DM700 to DM799 KV-300: DM9000 to DM9299, DM9407, DM9517 Because simulation is performed in Windows, the scan time is longer than the actual time required. Pay careful attention to the timer setting. A small difference is generated in the cycle time indication depending on the personal computer model. This occurs even when the same ladder program is used because operations equivalent to those in the KV main body are simulated internally in the personal computer.

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s Special utility relays supported The table below shows the special utility relays which can be processed by the simulator. Special utility relays
Relay No. 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Function Always ON Always OFF 0.01 sec clock pulse (duty = 50%) 0.1 sec clock pulse (duty = 50%) 1.0 sec clock pulse (duty = 50%) OFF for only one scan when operation is started ON for only one scan when operation is started ON when arithmetic result is negative or when overflow occurs (<) ON when arithmetic result is 0 (=) ON when arithmetic result is positive (>) ON when arithmetic error occurs

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When conventional KV Series is selected:

2206 Selects edge of INT3 (ON: Down edge, OFF: Up edge)

When Visual KV Series is selected:

2402/2403: Interrupt polarity of INT0 2402 2403 OFF OFF ON OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON ON At both edges

2404/2405: Interrupt polarity of INT1 2404 2405 OFF OFF ON OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON ON At both edges

2410/2411: Interrupt polarity of INT2 2410 2411 OFF OFF ON OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON ON At both edges

2412/2413: Interrupt polarity of INT3 2412 2413 OFF OFF ON OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON ON At both edges

s Reset operation Relays are cleared by the MEMSW. All the relays whose latching is not specified by the MEMSW are cleared. When clearing all the relays whose latching is specified, perform the following. "Execute" "Device All Clear" "Latching Relay All Clear" When clearing all the data memory whose latching is specified, perform the following. "Execute" "Device All Clear" "DM All Clear"
Device all clear (p. 2-108)

All the temporary data memory (TM00 to TM31) and all the timers are cleared. Counters and high-speed counters are cleared according to the MEMSWs specification. Trimmer status is retained.

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Starting up and Exiting from the Simulator

This section describes the simulator startup method, screen layout, simulator functions, etc.

3.2.1

Operating procedure for startup and exit

Startup procedure
File Simulator (Ctrl + F2)

The simulator can be started up by opening a ladder program created using the editor. Perform the following procedure in the editor. 1. In the editor, set the window of the ladder program to be simulated as the current window. 2. Select "Simulator" from the "File" menu. Simulator mode is selected, and the ladder monitor window is displayed in the same way as in editor mode. When the same ladder program was previously simulated, the window is displayed the same way it was when it was last simulated.

Note: Simulation is disabled when a compile error is present. Repair the error so that compile can be performed correctly, and then run the simulation again.

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Exit procedure
File Editor (Ctrl + F1) Clear Device and Go to Editor (Ctrl + F2)

The following two methods are available to exit from the simulator and return to the editor. s Returning to the editor without clearing device values Select "Editor" from the "File" menu. Note: When this operation is performed, the information on bus, etc. is cleared. Therefore, when the mode is changed back to the simulator from the editor and simulation is performed, differential type instructions, etc. may result in unexpected operations. s Returning to the editor after clearing device values Select "Clear Device and Go to Editor" from the "File" menu. Note: You cannot exit from the ladder software itself while in simulator mode. To exit from the ladder software, return to the editor and then select "Exit" from the "File" menu.

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Name and function of each part of the screen

When the simulator is started up, the ladder monitor window of the last edited ladder program is displayed. If the monitor all window and registration monitor window were previously displayed, they are also displayed when the simulator is started. In addition, you can view the mnemonic list window and break condition window by selecting them from the menu.

Sample screen
Main window title bar Displays the file name of the ladder program currently being simulated. Menu bar Displays the menu to execute commands. Tool bar Provides buttons to execute commands. Only commonly used commands are provided as buttons. Each command can be executed by clicking the Main window corresponding button once. The entire simulator screen.

Ladder monitor window p. 2-90 Monitor all window p. 2-113 Registration monitor window p. 2-122

Dialog bar Allows you to register devices, assign device values and preset values, and reset timers and counters.

Status indication bar Indicates the currently selected function and the monitors operating status.

The name and function of each part of each window are described on the pages listed below. Ladder monitor window Monitor all window Registration monitor window p. 2-90 p. 2-113 p. 2-122

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3.3

Ladder Monitor
This section describes the ladder monitor window displayed while the simulator is running, the scan/step execution procedure, the current/preset value change procedure, etc.

3.3.1

Outline of the ladder monitor

The ladder monitor offers the following functions. Executes the scan of the ladder. Executes the step of the mnemonic. Turns ON/OFF the bit device. Changes the current value using the dialog bar. Displays all of the registered comments. Sets the break condition. Sets the scan time. Sets the watch dog timer.

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3.3.2

Executing scans
Execution of scans is described below.

Outline of the scan execution function

"To execute a scan" means to start a program at the initialization process and run it through to the end process. This is one scan cycle. Execution of scans is classified into two types, "execution of continuous scan" and "execution of one scan". "Execution of continuous scan" is equivalent to the "RUN" operation in the monitor. The one-scan time and the watch dog timer can be set. Current values and preset values can be changed.

Displaying the ladder monitor window

File Ladder Monitor

If a displayed ladder diagram is closed, select "Ladder Monitor" from the "File" menu to display it again, or click the button. Note 1: This operation is not typically required because the ladder monitor window is always displayed when the simulator is started up from the editor. Note 2: Only one ladder monitor window can be opened at a time.

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Ladder monitor window

Contact

Cursor Line No. Step No. Scroll bar

3
Use the scroll bar or the cursor control keys (LEFT/RIGHT/UP/DOWN) to look at the hidden (undisplayed) portion. When a scan or step is executed, device values and the ON/OFF indication are changed continuously according to the operation speed. When a step is executed, the current position is scrolled (only in the upper window) according to the operation speed, and the cursor is moved in the line executed. The mnemonic list window is displayed to indicate the step executed.

s Moving the cursor LEFT/RIGHT/UP/DOWN keys Pageup/PageDown keys Ctrl + UP/DOWN keys Home key End key

: Move the cursor in the corresponding direction. : Move the cursor up or down one page (screen). : Move the cursor by one block. : Move the cursor to the first line. : Move the cursor to the last line.

s When dividing the screen into two windows When the pointer is placed between the bottom of the scroll bar and the window frame, the pointer is changed into " ". (While the pointer shape is " ", the window size can be changed but the screen cannot be divided.) When the left button is pressed and held and moved upward in this status, the screen is divided into the upper and lower windows. Different contents can be displayed in each window. However, only the upper window is scrolled when a step is executed. (The lower screen is not scrolled.) To switch the active window between the upper and lower windows, click the mouse on the desired window or press the Shift and F6 keys at the same time.

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s Status indication during execution While a scan or step is executed, the current operation status and the scan time are displayed in the status indication area on the main window.
Step No. being executed Status (Operating, Stopped or Paused)

Operation mode being executed

Scan time

Note: While the continuous scan operation is executed, "Execute Scan" is displayed. While the continuous step operation is executed, "Execute Step" is displayed. s Changing the display size and the display method Five different sizes are available to display the ladder diagram. The ladder monitor window can be always displayed below other windows. When changing the display size The following five display sizes can be selected. 200% : Displays a ladder diagram at twice the standard size. This size is useful when characters are small and difficult to read. 150% : Displays a ladder diagram at 1.5 times the standard size. 120% : Displays a ladder diagram at 1.2 times the standard size. 100% (Normal): Displays a ladder diagram in the standard size. 80% : Displays a ladder diagram in the smallest size. This size is useful when checking the entire operation because the maximum number of cells can be displayed on the screen. To set the display mode, perform the following procedure. Selecting the upper mode: View Zoom In (Ctrl + PageDown) Selecting the lower mode: View Zoom Out (Ctrl + PageUp) When displaying the ladder monitor window at the bottom The ladder monitor window can always be displayed below the mnemonic list window and other windows. Therefore, each device can be registered to each monitor by dragging and dropping it even if the registration monitor window and the monitor all window are placed on top of the ladder monitor window. To display the ladder monitor window at the bottom of the screen, perform the following procedure. To return the display status to the previous setting, repeat the same procedure. View Move Ladder to Bottom

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Executing continuous scan

Execute Execute Continuous Scan (F5)

A program can be executed continuously.

Program is executed. One scan is repeated. One scan

3
End process

To execute a program continuously, select "Execute Continuous Scan" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button. The operation status is displayed on the ladder monitor window.
Ladder monitor window (p. 2-90)

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Executing one scan

Execute Execute One Scan (F9)

A program can be executed only once. When only one scan is executed while scans are continuously executed or one step is executed, operation is paused.

Program is executed. One scan

End process

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To execute a program only once, select "Execute One Scan" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button.
Ladder monitor window (p. 2-90)

Note 1: When only one scan is executed while steps are executed, the program is executed from the current step to "END" or "ENDH". Note 2: When only one scan is executed, execution of one step in the reverse direction is disabled.

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Selecting devices
On the ladder monitor window, the current and preset values of the selected device can be changed. To select a device, perform the following procedure. s Selecting a device using the mouse Place the mouse pointer over the device to be selected, and click it. The cursor becomes gray to indicate that it is selected. s Selecting a device using the keyboard While the cursor is green, place the cursor in the device to be selected using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN keys, and then press the ENTER key. The cursor becomes gray to indicate that it is selected.

0000

0000

s Changing the current value, etc. Once a device is selected, the current value, etc. can be changed using the dialog bar.

For the procedure for changing the current value, preset value, etc. using the dialog bar, refer to "Changing the current value/preset value/attribute" (p. 2-96).

Note: When the cursor is displayed in gray, all key operations are disabled on the ladder monitor window. To move the cursor using the [LEFT], [RIGHT], [UP] and [DOWN] keys or turn on/off a device using the space bar, press the [Esc] key once to change the cursor back to green, and then perform the desired operation.

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Turning on/off bit devices

To turn on/off a bit device, perform the following procedure. s Turning on/off a bit device using the mouse Place the cursor over the device to be turned on/off, and double-click it. The color of the contact changes to indicate that the ON/OFF status has been toggled. When the mouse is used for operation, the cursor is selected as soon as it is double-clicked.

s Turning on/off a bit device using the keyboard While the cursor is green, place the cursor in the device to be turned on/off using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN keys, and then press the space bar. The color of the contact changes to indicate that the ON/OFF status has been toggled.

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ON status While the mouse is used

0000

While the cursor is manipulated

0000

OFF status While the mouse is used

0000

While the cursor is manipulated

0000

Note 1: When the cursor is displayed in gray, all key operations are disabled on the ladder monitor window. To move the cursor using the LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN keys or turn on/off a device using the space bar, press the Esc key once to change the cursor back to green, and then perform the desired operation. Note 2: Timer/counter contacts cannot be turned on/off.

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Changing the current value/preset value/attribute

To change the current value, preset value or attribute (radix, comment) of the selected device, use the dialog bar. The dialog bar is displayed at the bottom of the screen, and allows you to register a device on the monitor all window and registration monitor window. To change the current value, preset value and attribute (radix, comment), perform the following procedure.

For registration of devices, refer to Monitor All on page 2-109 and Registration Monitor on page 2-119.

1. Select the device to be changed on the ladder monitor window.

Selecting devices (p. 2-94)

The values corresponding to the selected device are displayed in the current value box and preset value box (offered for a timer/counter only) respectively. 2. Change the radix, comment, current value and preset value using the dialog bar. The cursor can be moved in each direction using the Tab key (in the forward direction) and the Tab + Shift keys (in the reverse direction). When the ENTER key is pressed, the following operation is performed. When the cursor is placed in "Type" or "No.": Registers a new value. When the cursor is placed in "Bit", "Radix" or "Comment": Writes a value to the current device.
Comment Current value write button Radix Preset value write button

Preset value write box Current value write box

Note 1: The attribute (Comment) box is displayed on the dialog bar only when both the monitor all and the registration monitor are active. The attribute (Comment) box is not displayed when the ladder monitor is active. To change the comment type displayed, select "Show Mode" from the "View" menu.
Display mode (p. 2-19)

Note 2: When data which cannot be set is entered, the message "Current value is unacceptable." is displayed.

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3. Click the [Write Current Value] button or the [Write Preset Value] button. The current value or preset value is changed.

Set items and available contents/values

Available values Item Type Contents Select the device type. Enter the device No. Select the data bit length. Ladder Monitor all/registration monitor monitor Relay, timer, counter, counter comparator, high-speed counter, data memory, temporary data memory, trimmer No. Available numbers vary depending on the device. 1*1, 16, 32*2 *1: "1" is available in relay exclusively. *2: "32" is available in relay, data memory, temporary memory and trimmer number only.

No. Attribute Bit

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Radix Select the device Decimal, Binary*1, octal, decimal, - decimal*2, current/preset value hexade- hexadecimal display method. cimal *1: "2" is not available when the bit length is set to "32". *2: Binary with sign (twos complement) * The radix is fixed to "2" when the bit length is set to "1". * Change of the radix is reflected on the entire window. * When the radix is changed, the current value is cleared. Com- Select the type ment of comment displayed. Current value Preset value Enter the current value. Enter the preset value. Comment 1, Comment 2, Comment 3 or None

A value of up to 17 digits is available. The preset value can be entered only for timers/ counters. A value of up to 7 digits can be entered.

Note 1: The bit length setting has priority over the radix setting. (For example, if the bit length is changed to "1" when the bit length was set to "16" and the radix was set to "decimal", the radix is automatically changed to "binary".) Note 2: Each of the 32 bits and 16 bits can be registered from an appropriate position only. Note 3: When the bit length is "32", the lower 16 bits are assigned to a smaller device number, and the upper 16 bits are assigned to a larger device number. s To cancel the settings Click the [Cancel] button. s To return the timer/counter setting to the default value Click the [Reset] button. (This button is only displayed when a timer/counter is set.) s Shortcut key The operation of changing the numbering system is assigned to shortcut key [Ctrl]+[E]. Decimal (#) and hexadecimal ($) are switched each time the [Ctrl]+[E] keys are pressed.

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Setting break conditions

Settings Set Break Condition Break Condition OR condition 5 Right-click

The break condition is the condition which stops a program while execution of one scan or step is repeated continuously. The break condition can be specified for each device. Use the break condition to confirm the partial operation status or to detect a defective location. When using the break condition together with the step function, operations can be confirmed in a shorter time. To set the break condition, perform the following procedure.

1. Select "Settings", "Set Break Condition" and "Break Condition" from the menu, or button. click the The "Register Break Condition" dialog box and the break condition window are displayed. The AND condition and the OR condition can be set. The OR condition is selected as the default. When setting the AND condition, first select "OR Condition" so that the check mark is deleted. The AND condition and the OR condition can also be toggled using the short-cut menu displayed by right-clicking the break condition window.

2. Select "Bit" when the device for which the condition is to be set is a bit device. Select "Word" when it is a word device. 3. Specify the device name and the condition. For word devices, specify the condition using comparison arithmetic. For bit devices
Device name Condition Specify one device name. ON OFF Sets "contact ON" as the condition. Sets "contact OFF" as the condition.

For word devices

Device name Comparison arithmetic Specify two device names. < = > < = > = Sets "Right is larger than left." as the condition. Sets "Left is equivalent to right." as the condition. Sets "Left is larger than right." as the condition. Sets "Right is larger than or equivalent to left." as the condition. Sets "Left is larger than or equivalent to right." as the condition.

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4. Click the [Register] button. The specified condition is registered, and the contents are displayed on the break condition window.

5. When registering two or more conditions, repeat steps 2 to 4. 6. When all conditions are registered, click the [Exit] button. The "Register Break Condition" dialog box is closed. When the program is stopped by the break condition, the line of the condition satisfied is highlighted in red in the case of an OR condition, or all the lines are highlighted in red in the case of an AND condition.

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Changing and deleting registered contents

All the registered conditions are displayed on the break condition window. The registered contents can be changed or deleted from this window. s Changing the registered contents Place the cursor over the condition to be changed, and double-click it. The "Register/Change Break Condition" dialog box is then displayed. (See the figure above.) Set a new break condition, and click the [Change] button. The break condition in the line with the cursor is changed. When first registering the condition, click the [Register] button instead. s Deleting the registered contents The following three methods are available to delete the registered contents. Place the cursor in the condition to be changed, and then select "Delete Break Condition" from the "Edit" menu. Place the cursor in the condition to be changed, and right-click it. Then, select "Delete" from the menu displayed. Place the cursor in the condition to be changed, and press the Delete key.

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Setting the scan time

Settings Scan Time

Set the time for execution of one scan or step. For execution of one scan, there are two time settings: the measured value indicating the actual time and the virtual fixed value (fixed scan). (For execution of one step, only the virtual fixed value can be set.) 1. Select "Scan Time" from the "Settings" menu. The "Set Scan Time" dialog box is displayed. 2. When setting the fixed scan, click "Set Fixed Scan" to add a check mark.

3. Set the scan time to a value between 0 and 5,000 msec. The default value is set to "10 msec" for execution by step, or set to the actual required time for execution by scan.

4. Click the [OK] button to save the displayed value. To cancel the setting, click the [Cancel] button. s Fixed scan The length of the scan time while the simulator is running usually depends on the personal computers processing speed. When the fixed scan mode is selected, simulation can be performed in a scan time equivalent to that processed virtually on the PLC side. Use this function to perform simulation of a program in which scan time is important.

Setting the watch dog timer

Settings Set Watch Dog Timer

The watch dog timer detects abnormal delays in the program execution cycle. These delays can be due to programming errors (i.e. infinite loops), or any other condition that may cause the program to take too long to finish. The default value is "3,000 msec (= 3 sec)". When the scan time exceeds the preset value of the watch dog timer plus the wait time, a watch dog timer error occurs. To set the watch dog timer, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Set Watch Dog Timer" from the "Settings" menu. The "Set Watch Dog Timer" dialog box is displayed. 2. Enter the watch dog timer within the range of "500 msec (0.5 sec) to 5,000 msec (5 sec)".

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3.3.3

Executing steps
Execution of steps is described below.

Outline of the step execution function

"To execute a step" means to simulate the program one instruction at a time. While a step (one instruction) is executed, a mnemonic list is displayed and the line currently being executed can be verified. When specification of the break condition or setting of break points is combined, the operation status of the program from the specified input to the specified output can be checked at each step, so a location of nonconformity can be quickly detected. There are five step execution methods available: "executing a step continuously ", "executing a step once", "executing steps at a high speed", "executing a step continuously in the reverse direction" and "executing a step once in the reverse direction".

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Mnemonic list window

When a step is executed, the displayed device values and ON/OFF status are changed continuously on the ladder monitor window according to the operation speed. The current position is also scrolled according to the operation speed. In addition, the mnemonic list window is opened and the mnemonic line currently being executed is highlighted.

Line No. Mnemonic

Operand

Current cursor position Displays the position in which the cursor is currently located. Execution line cursor Highlights the line currently being executed. Break point cursor Displays the break point by double-clicking. Blue

Yellow (when changing setting)

Scroll bar

When the execution line cursor is superimposed on the break point cursor, it is displayed in red.

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Executing a step once

Execute Execute One Step (F8)

A step in a program can be executed only once. When a step is executed only once during a scan, execution is stopped.
1 step = 1 instruction

When execution reaches "ENDH", the cursor returns to the top.

To execute a step once, select "Execute One Step" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button. The mnemonic list window is displayed, and the line currently being executed is highlighted.

Mnemonic window (p. 2-101)

Executing a step continuously

Execute Execute Continuous Step (Shift + F8)

A step in a program can be continuously executed.

When execution reaches "ENDH", the cursor returns to the top. One step (instruction) is continuously executed.

To execute a step continuously, select "Execute Continuous Step" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button. A mnemonic list window is displayed, and the line currently being executed is highlighted.

Mnemonic window (p. 2-101)

The portion currently being executed is scrolled on the ladder monitor window according to the operation speed.

Ladder monitor window (p. 2-90)

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Note 1: Only the upper window is scrolled according to the operation speed. To confirm the operation of a certain portion, use the lower screen. Note 2: If the speed is too fast, increase the wait time appropriately.

Executing steps at a high speed

Execute Execute High-speed Step (Shift + F9)

You can specify the program to stop execution at a certain step. The program will then be executed quickly without displaying the progress at each step. When the program reaches the specified step, it will stop execution. When a jump instruction is provided in the specified range, execution is stopped after the specified line. This type of execution is useful when the portion to be simulated is located near the end of a long program.

The program is executed up to the specified step.

To execute steps at high speed, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Execute High-speed Step" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button. The "Execute High-speed Step" dialog box is displayed. 2. Specify the step number to which the program is to be executed, and then click the [OK] button. To cancel execution, click the [Cancel] button.

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Executing a step once in the reverse direction

Execute Execute One Step in Reverse (F7)

After a step is executed once, a step is executed continuously, or steps are executed at high speed, these steps can be re-executed one at a time in the reverse direction.

When execution reaches the top, the cursor returns to "ENDH".

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One step (instruction) is executed every time the button is clicked.

To execute a step once in the reverse direction, select "Execute One Step in Reverse" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button.

Executing a step continuously in the reverse direction

Execute Execute Continuous Step in Reverse (Shift + F7)

After a step is executed once, a step is executed continuously, or steps are executed at a high speed, these steps can be re-executed continuously in the reverse direction.
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When execution reaches the top, the cursor returns to "ENDH". One step (instruction) is continuously executed in the reverse direction.

To execute a step continuously in the reverse direction, select "Execute Continuous Step in Reverse" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button. s Executing a step in the reverse direction When a step is executed in the reverse direction, all the items which changed due to the execution of the program are returned to their original status. This includes the device values and the bus status. By using this function, debugging can be performed efficiently because the operation of the ladder program (changes in the operation caused by ON/OFF of contacts and word device values entered) can be recovered for each instruction, and then confirmed.

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Specifying a break point

A break point is the position in which a program is to be stopped. When a break point is first specified, the program is automatically stopped in the specified position while a step is continuously executed. To specify a break point, place the cursor in the line to be specified, and then double-click it or press the space bar. The break point cursor is displayed in yellow. When the cursor position in the line currently being executed is specified, the cursor color changes to red. When the program is stopped at the break point, the cursor color changes to red. (These cursor colors are used when the system is set to the standard Windows color settings.) Two or more break points can be specified.
When the cursor position in the line currently being executed is specified

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To cancel a break point setting, place the cursor in the specified line, and then double-click it or press the space bar. The break point cursor is deleted.

3.3.4

Jump and search

The simulation control can be jumped to a different position by specifying a line number or step number in the program. Instructions and devices can be found while setting an instruction word and an operand as the key words. A cross reference search can be performed from the current position.

Jump to the specified line/step

Edit Jump in Ladder Monitor

To jump to a different position by specifying a line number or step number, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Jump in Ladder Monitor" from the "Edit" menu. The "Jump to Specified Line" dialog box is displayed. 2. Specify a line number or step number as the jump destination.

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3. Click the [Line] button when specifying a line number to jump to. Click the [Step] button when specifying a step number to jump to. Click the [Cancel] button to cancel jump. The specified line or step is displayed, and the cursor is moved to the specified line or step. Note 1: When a number larger than the last line/step number is specified, the last line/step is displayed. Note 2: Jump to the specified line/step can be performed only while the ladder monitor is active.

Searching by specifying an instruction word/operand

Edit Search in Ladder Monitor

To find instructions and devices in a program by specifying an instruction word and operand, perform the following procedure. Note: A search can be performed only when simulation is stopped and the ladder monitor is active. 1. Select "Search in Ladder Monitor" from the "Edit" menu. The "Find Instruction/Device" dialog box is displayed. 2. Enter the instruction word to be found into the "Instruction Word" text box. Enter the operand to be found into the "Operand" text box. A search can only be performed by specifying either an instruction word or operand.

3. Select the search direction. Forward: Searches forward from the current cursor position. Backward: Searches backward from the current cursor position. 4. Click the [Next] button. The search is started, and the first block containing the instruction or operand is displayed. When the specified instruction or operand is not found, the message "Cant find specified symbol." is displayed.

5. To perform a continuous search, click the [Next] button. To stop the search, click the [Cancel] button.

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Cross reference search

Edit Find Device at Cursor Position on Ladder Monitor Search Backward (F2) 5 Right-click Search Forward (F3) 5 Right-click Search for OUT Backward (Shift + F2) 5 Right-click Search for OUT Forward (Shift + F3) 5 Right-click

To perform a cross reference search means to search for a device equivalent to the device in the current cursor position or an instruction which sets the device to OUT. The following four search methods are available. Search in the backward direction Search Backward (F2) 5 Right-click Searches for a device equivalent to the device in the current cursor position in the area before the current position. Search in the forward direction Search Forward (F3) 5 Right-click Searches for a device equivalent to the device in the current cursor position in the area after the current position. Search for OUT in the backward direction Search OUT Backward (Shift + F2) 5 Right-click Searches for an instruction which sets the device in the current cursor to OUT in the area before the current position. Search for OUT in the forward direction Search OUT forward (Shift + F3) 5 Right-click Searches for an instruction which sets the device in the current cursor to OUT in the area after the current position. Note 1: When the search reaches the last line or the first line, the message "Searched to end (beginning) of program" is displayed. Note 2: The cross reference search is available only while the ladder monitor is active.

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3.3.5

Stop/reset and device all clear

To stop/reset execution of scans or steps, or to clear all the devices, perform the following procedure.

Stopping/pausing the operations

Execute Stop (Shift + F5) Pause (F4)

Operations can be stopped or paused. Select "Stop" or "Pause" from the "Execute" menu, or click the or button.

When "Stop" is specified, all types of operations are stopped and the output Y is cleared. When "Pause" is specified, all types of operations are temporarily stopped.

Note: When operations are stopped, execution of a step in the reverse direction is not available. To execute a step in the reverse direction after stopping operations, you must execute the steps again. When operations are paused, execution of a step in the reverse direction can be performed.

Reset
Execute Reset (F10)

The current value can be returned to the default value. Select "Reset" from the "Execute" menu, or click the button.

When this procedure is performed during operation, the operation is stopped. The system is processed as if the power of the PLC is turned off, and is then turned on again.

Device all clear

Execute Device All Clear DM All Clear Latching Relay All Clear Counter All Clear

By the device all clear function, the current value of some devices can be initialized. The following three initialization methods are available. Clearing all data memory Execute Device All Clear DM All Clear Clearing all latching relays Execute Device All Clear Latching Relay All Clear Clearing all counters Execute Device All Clear Counter All Clear When device all clear is performed during operation, the operation is stopped.

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3.4

Monitor All
Monitor all displays the current value of all devices, the ON/OFF status of contacts, and registered comments for each device type. This section describes the operations available in monitor all.

3.4.1

Outline of monitor all

Monitor all offers the following functions. Displays the current value and preset value of all devices, and the ON/OFF status of the contacts and coils for each device type. Displays all the registered comments. Turns on/off bit devices. Changes the current value, etc. using the dialog bar. Sets the break condition. Sets the scan time. Sets the watch dog timer.

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Displaying, saving, and reading the monitor all window

To display the monitor all window, a device must be selected on the ladder monitor window. The contents registered to the monitor all window can be saved in a file for each device type, to be read at a later time.

Displaying the monitor all window

File Monitor All

The method for displaying the monitor all window is different depending on whether you are opening a new window or changing the contents of a currently open window. s When displaying a new window To display the monitor all window for the first time or to display it in another window, perform the following procedure. 1. On the ladder monitor window, select the device to be displayed. When a device is clicked, its color is changed to indicate that it is selected.

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2. Select "Monitor All" from the "File" menu, or click the button.

The monitor all window is opened. A list is displayed in the window, with the selected device at the top. The line of the selected device is highlighted to indicate that it is selected.

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Note: Every time this procedure is performed, a new window is opened. s When changing the contents displayed on an open window When the monitor all window is already open and you want to change its contents, perform the following procedure. For more details, refer to the corresponding section.

Registering a device by dragging and dropping from the ladder monitor window
Registering a device by dragging it from the ladder monitor window (p. 2-114)

Registering a device by specifying the type and number of the device from the dialog bar
Registering a device by specifying it using the dialog bar (p. 2-115)

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Saving the monitor all window

File Save Window As

To save the monitor all window, perform the following procedure. 1. Select the monitor all window to be saved as the current window. 2. Select "Save Window As" from the "File" menu, or click the The "Save Window As" dialog box is displayed. button.

3. Specify the folder (directory) and the file name in which the file is to be saved.

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Folder (directory) File Name

Select the folder (directory) in which the file is to be saved. The current folder (directory) is selected as the default. Enter the file name using up to 8 letters or numbers. The extension is set to "kal", and should not be changed.

Note 1: The monitor all window cannot be saved while a scan is being continuously executed. Note 2: Current values/preset values are not saved.

Reading the monitor all file

File Open Window

To read a monitor all file, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Open Window" from the "File" menu. The "Open Window" dialog box is displayed. 2. Click the button of "File Type", and select "Monitor All (*.kal)".

3. Specify the folder and file name in which the file to be read is located.

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Folder (directory) File Name File Type Select the folder (directory) in which the file to be read is saved. The current folder (directory) is selected as the default. Specify the file name to be read. Select the type of the file to be read. "Registration Monitor (*.kre)" and "Monitor All (*.kal)" are available.

4 Click the [OK] button. The specified file is read, and the monitor all window is opened.

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3.4.3

Monitor all window

Device No. Current value

Contact status Preset value Comment

Cursor

Scroll bar

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To look at the hidden (undisplayed) portion, use the scroll bar or the [PageUp] and [PageDown] keys. The cursor can be moved using the [LEFT] [RIGHT] [UP][DOWN] keys. While the simulator is running, the current values are changed accordingly. Current value display format
Display format B1 B16 O16 O32 D16 D32 d16 d32 H16 H32 A16 A32 Bit 1 16 16 32 16 32 16 32 16 32 16 32 Radix 2 2 8 8 10 10 10 10 16 16 ASC ASC Sign Not provided Not provided Not provided Not provided Not provided Not provided Provided Provided Not provided Not provided

B: Bit O: Byte D: Binary without sign d: Binary with sign H: Hexadecimal A: ASCII

3.4.4

Registering devices
To perform a simulation using the monitor all window, a device must be registered. Three methods are available to register a device.

Selecting and registering a device on the ladder monitor window

File Monitor All

1. On the ladder monitor, select the device to be displayed. When a device is clicked, its color is changed to indicate that it is selected.

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2. Select "Monitor All" from the "File" menu, or click the

button.

The monitor all window is opened. A list is displayed in the window, with the selected device at the top. The line of the selected device is highlighted to indicate that it is selected.

Registering a device by dragging it from the ladder monitor window

Drag and drop a device from the ladder monitor window, and register it to the monitor all or registration monitor window. In this case, it is recommended to display the ladder window at the bottom by selecting "Move Ladder to Bottom" from the "View" menu or clicking the button. This allows dragging and registration to be performed even while the registration destination window is positioned above the ladder monitor window. 1. While a device is selected, press and hold the left mouse button. The cursor shape is changed.

2. While pressing and holding the left button, move the cursor to the monitor all window (drag).

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3. Release the left button (drop). In the monitor all window, a list of devices with an equivalent type to the selected device is displayed. The line of the selected device is highlighted to indicate that it is selected.

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Registering a device by specifying it using the dialog bar

The dialog bar is a tool shared by the ladder monitor window, the monitor all window and the registration monitor window. It allows you to register new devices and change the setting of the selected device. The following items can be set using the dialog bar. Device type Device No. Bit count Radix Comment display method *1. Current value Preset value (in a timer/counter exclusively)

*1. It is not displayed while the ladder monitor window is active.

Changing the current value/preset value/attribute: Note (p. 2-96)

1. When registering a device, first perform the following procedure. s When the registration destination window is not open Specify the device to be registered using the dialog bar, and then select the monitor to which the device is to be registered. s When the registration destination window is open Set the monitor window to which a device is to be registered as the current window, and then set the device to be registered using the dialog bar.

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2. Set the device to be registered using the dialog bar.

For items, contents and precautions on changing settings, refer to "Changing the current value/preset value/attribute" on page 2-96.
Preset value write button Comment Radix Current value write button

Preset value write box Current value write box

3. Click the [Register] button. The device satisfying the contents set is registered to each monitor.

s To cancel the setting entered Click the [Cancel] button.

3.4.5

Selecting and changing devices

Devices can be selected on the monitor all window, and then the ON/OFF status and the current value of bit devices can be changed.

Selecting devices
To select a device, perform the following procedure. s Selecting a device using the mouse Place the cursor over the device to be selected, and click it. The cursor changes to gray to indicate that the device is selected.

s Selecting a device using the keyboard When the cursor color is the same as the title bar color, place the cursor in the device to be selected using the UP and DOWN keys, and press the ENTER key. The cursor changes to gray to indicate that the device is selected.

Status in which a device is selected

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s Changing the current value, etc. Once a device is selected, the current value, etc. can be changed using the dialog bar.

For the procedure for changing the current value, preset value, etc. using the dialog bar, refer to "Changing the current value/preset value/attribute" on page 2-118.

Turning on/off bit devices

To turn on/off a bit device, perform the following procedure. s Turning on/off a bit device using the mouse Place the cursor over the device to be turned on/off, and double-click it. The ON/OFF indication is toggled.

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s Turning on/off a bit device using the mouse When the cursor color is the same as the title bar color, place the cursor in the device to be turned on/off using the UP and DOWN keys, and press the space bar. The ON/OFF indication is toggled.
ON status
7015 7100 7101 B01 B01 B01

OFF status
7015 7100 7101 B01 B01 B01

s Turning on/off each bit using the bit cursor When a bit device consists of 16 bits and is set to binary, the bit cursor is displayed. Place the bit cursor in the device to be turned on/off, and double-click it. Or when the cursor color is equivalent to the title bar color, place the cursor in the device to be turned on/off using the LEFT and RIGHT keys and press the space bar. The indication is toggled between "0" and "1", and each bit can be turned on/off separately.
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Changing the current value/preset value/attribute

The dialog bar is a tool shared by the ladder monitor window, the monitor all window and the registration monitor window, and allows you to register new devices and change the setting of the selected device. The following items can be set using the dialog bar. Device type Device No. Bit count Radix Comment display method Current value Preset value (only in a timer/counter)

s Setting procedure 1 Select the monitor window for which devices are to be changed as the current window. Place the cursor over the device to be changed, and click it. 2 Change the current value, preset value and attribute using the dialog bar.

For items, contents and precautions on changing settings, refer to "Changing the current value/ preset value/attribute" on page 2-96.
Comment Radix Preset value write button

Current value write button

Current value write box

Preset value write box

3 Click the [Write Current Value] or [Write Preset Value] button. The contents set using the dialog bar are written to the selected device.

s To cancel the setting entered Click the [Cancel] button. s To return the setting of a timer/counter to the default value. Click the [Reset] button. (This button is displayed only when a timer/counter is set.) Note: Even if bit devices are turned on/off or the current/preset values are changed while operation is stopped, these settings are reset when an operation is started up. Pause the operation, and then change the device status.

Resetting devices
Edit Reset Device in Monitor All/Registration Monitor

To reset the selected device to the default value, perform the following procedure. Select "Reset Device in Monitor All/Registration Monitor" from the "Edit" menu. The current value of the selected device is returned to the default value.

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3.5

Registration Monitor
The registration monitor displays timing charts for registered devices. When steps are executed, the current status is displayed in real-time so that program operations can be confirmed. This section describes how to view and manipulate the registration monitor.

3.5.1

Outline of the registration monitor

The registration monitor offers the following functions. Registers up to 40 devices. Changes the position of registered devices. Displays timing charts for registered devices (both bit devices and word devices). Displays the ON/OFF status and comments of bit devices. Turns on/off bit devices. Changes the current value, etc. using the dialog bar. Sets the break condition. Sets the scan time. Sets the watch dog timer.

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Displaying, saving, and reading the registration monitor

The registration monitor registers devices and displays timing charts. The registration monitor window in which devices are registered can be saved in a file.

Displaying the registration monitor

File Registration Monitor

When displaying the registration monitor for the first time, display the registration monitor window, and then register devices by dragging and dropping them from the ladder monitor or by using the dialog bar.

For the procedure for registering devices by specifying the type and number from the dialog bar, refer to "Changing the current value/preset value/attribute" on page 2-118.

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To register devices by dragging and dropping them from the ladder monitor window, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Registration Monitor" from the "File" menu, or click the The registration monitor window is open. button.

Note: Every time this operation is performed, a new window is opened. 2. On the ladder monitor window, select devices to be registered, and press and hold the left mouse button. The cursor shape is changed. When you press the left mouse button while pressing and holding the [Ctrl] key on the ladder monitor window, all the devices displayed in the ladder monitor window are selected.

3. While pressing and holding the left mouse button, move the cursor to the registration monitor window (drag), and release the left button. The selected devices are displayed on the registration monitor window. Timing charts are displayed by default. To display comments, select the comment type using "Comment" on the dialog bar.
When registering one device Drag

When registering all the devices displayed on the screen

[Ctrl] + Drag

Saving the registration monitor

File Save Window As

To save the registration monitor window, perform the following procedure. 1. Select the registration monitor window to be saved as the current window.

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2. Select "Save Window As" from the "File" menu, or click the The "Save Window As" dialog box is displayed. button.

3 Specify the folder (directory) and the file name in which the file is to be saved.

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Folder (directory) File Name

Select the folder (directory) in which the file is to be saved. The current folder (directory) is selected as the default. Enter the file name using up to 8 letters and numbers. The extension is set to "kre", and should not be changed.

Reading the registration monitor file

File Open Window

To read a registration monitor file, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Open Window" from the "File" menu. The "Open Window" dialog box is displayed.

2. Specify the folder and file name in which the file to be read is located.

Folder (directory) File Name File Type

Select the folder (directory) in which the file to be read is saved. The current folder (directory) is selected as the default. Specify the file name to be read. The extension is set to "kre". Select the type of the file to be read. "Registration Monitor (*.kre)" and "Monitor All (*.kal)" are available.

3. Click the [OK] button. The specified file is read, and the registration monitor window is opened.

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3.5.3

Registration monitor window

On the registration monitor window, timing charts and comments are displayed along with the device data, current values and preset values.
Device No. Bit device status Vertical cursor

Cursor

Current value

Preset value

Comment

Timing chart

When many devices are registered, it is recommended that you open two or more windows for easier viewing. The cursor can be moved using the LEFT/RIGHT/UP/DOWN keys. While the simulator is running, the current values are changed continuously according to the operation speed.

s Displaying comments or timing charts Whether timing charts or comments are to be displayed can be set for each device using "Comment" on the dialog bar. No: Timing charts are displayed. Comment 1, Comment 2 or Comment 3: Comments are displayed (along with the preset value in the case of a timer/counter).

3.5.4

Registering devices
To perform a simulation using the registration monitor, a device must be registered. Two methods are available to register a device.

Registering a device by dragging it from the ladder monitor window

The registration procedure is the same as step 2 and onward in the procedure described for the monitor all. Refer to page 2-114.

Registering a device by specifying it using the dialog bar

The registration procedure is the same as that described for the monitor all. Refer to page 2-115.

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Selecting and changing devices

Devices can be selected on the registration monitor window, and then the ON/OFF status and the current value of bit devices can be changed. Note: Devices must first be registered before using the registration monitor. The device registration procedure is described in "3.5.2 Displaying, saving, and reading the registration monitor" ( p. 2-118)

Selecting devices
To select a device, perform the following procedure. s Selecting a device using the mouse Place the cursor over the device to be selected, and click it. The cursor changes to gray to indicate that the device is selected.

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s Selecting a device using the keyboard When the cursor color is the same as the title bar color, place the cursor in the device to be selected using the UP and DOWN keys, and press the ENTER key. The cursor changes to gray to indicate that the device is selected.
Status in which a device is selected

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Turning on/off the bit device

To turn on/off a bit device, perform the following procedure. s Turning on/off a bit device using the mouse Place the cursor over the device to be turned on/off, and double-click it. The ON/OFF indication is toggled.

s Turning on/off a bit device using the mouse When the cursor color is the same as the title bar color, place the cursor in the device to be turned on/off using the UP and DOWN keys, and press the space bar.

The ON/OFF indication is toggled.

ON status
7015 7100 7101 B01 B01 B01 7015 7100 7101

OFF status
B01 B01 B01

Changing the current value/preset value/attribute

The dialog bar allows you to change the type, number, attribute, current value and preset value of devices.

The procedure for changing these items is the same as that described for the monitor all. Refer to "Changing the current value/preset value/attribute" on page 2-118.

Note: Even if bit devices are turned on/off or the current/preset values are changed while operation is stopped, these settings are reset when an operation is started up. Pause the operation, and then change the device status.

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Copying the device attribute

Edit Copy Device Attribute in Registration Monitor 5 Right-click (Copy Attribute)

Only the device attribute (bit count, radix, comment type) of another device can be copied. This function can be used to copy only the attribute of another device while retaining the device type and device number. To copy the attribute, perform the following procedure. 1. Left-click the copy source device.

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2. Place the cursor in the copy destination device, and right-click it. When the menu is displayed, select "Copy Attribute". The attribute is copied.

Note 1: Never left-click a device when specifying the copy destination. Leftclicking specifies the copy source. Note 2: Step 2 can be performed by pressing the Esc key so that the cursor color becomes the same as the title bar color. Place the cursor in the copy destination device using the UP and RIGHT keys, and then select "Copy Device Attribute in Registration Monitor" from the "Edit" menu.

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Moving devices
The device in the currently selected cursor position can be moved to another position by dragging and dropping to change the device order. To move a device, perform the following procedure. 1. Place the cursor in the device to be moved. 2. While pressing and holding the left mouse button, move the mouse cursor to the device in the position below the destination (drag).

3. Release the left button (drop). The device is inserted at the mouse cursor position.

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Deleting devices
Edit Delete Devices in Registration Monitor 5 Right-click (Delete)

To delete the device in the currently selected cursor position, perform the following procedure. Select "Delete Devices in Registration Monitor" from the "Edit" menu. The selected device is deleted. The device below the deleted device is selected.
Before deletion

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After deletion

Sorting devices
Edit Sort Devices in Registration Monitor 5 Right-click (Sort)

To sort devices by type or number, perform the following procedure. Select "Sort Devices in Registration Monitor" from the "Edit" menu. Devices are sorted by the "Type" list on the dialog bar.

Resetting devices
Edit Reset Device in Monitor All/Registration Monitor 5 Right-click (Reset)

To reset the selected device to the default value, perform the following procedure. Select "Reset Device in Monitor All/Registration Monitor" from the "Edit" menu. The current value of the selected device is returned to the default value.

Note: Only the device in the cursor line is reset by this operation. To reset all the displayed devices, select "Reset" from the "Execute" menu. Devices cannot be reset in the monitor.

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3.5.6

Manipulating timing charts

This section describes timing charts displayed in the registration monitor. When steps are executed, timing charts are displayed in real-time to indicate the value history. You can confirm the operation status of a program such as the timing at which the ON/OFF status of the contact of each registered device is changed over, etc. When a step is executed in the reverse direction after a step has been continuously executed, symmetry timing charts are displayed.

However, when steps are executed at high speed, the progress for each individual step is not displayed and each timing chart is progressed by only one scale. Accordingly, timing charts displayed are not symmetrical even if a step is executed in the reverse direction. s How to interpret a timing chart Timing charts for all the registered devices are displayed on the screen. For contacts, the ON/OFF status can be determined by the shape. For word devices, the ON/OFF status can be determined by a change in the value. The time axis of a timing chart proceeds from the right to the left. The further right on the chart, the closer to the current time. The cursor on a timing chart indicates the part currently being simulated. The cursor position can be moved. The scale for a timing chart is different depending on whether scans or steps are being executed. [This difference is provided only in the simulator. It is not provided in the monitor.] One scale in the monitor indicates the timing inside the monitor, and has nothing to do with the PLC scan.) While scans are executed: One scale indicates one scan. While steps are executed: One scale indicates one instruction. When the execution method is changed over, the timing chart color changes.

s Moving the vertical cursor The vertical cursor is displayed when a scale is clicked. The vertical cursor can be moved using either of the following two procedures. While pressing and holding the left mouse button on the cursor pointer, move it to the movement destination, and then release the left button. Press the Esc key to change the cursor on a device to blue, and then move the cursor using the LEFT and RIGHT keys. The active status of the vertical cursor can be changed by pressing the Tab key.

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Note 1: The current values displayed indicate the values in the positions in which the active vertical cursor is located. Even when a reset is executed, the values in the vertical cursor positions are displayed as the current values. When the vertical cursor is not provided, the current values displayed indicate the actual current values. The actual current values can be entered while the vertical cursor is not displayed. In the monitor, the vertical cursor can be manipulated only when the monitor is stopped. Note 2: The vertical cursor can be used to change the ON/OFF status of contacts, the current values and the preset values of devices.

Setting the number of scales for timing charts

Settings Set No. of Scales for Timing Chart

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Scales are provided at the top of timing charts. One scale indicates one scan while scans are executed or one instruction while steps are executed. By default, 32 scales are displayed on the screen. The number of scales can be set anywhere between 1 and 511. Timing charts are easier to view when you adjust the number of scales when the interval between ON and OFF of contacts is short, for example. To set the number of scales, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Set No. of Scales for Timing Chart" from the "Settings" menu, or click the button. The "Set No. of Scales for Timing Chart" dialog box is displayed.

2. Set the number of scales between 1 and 511. The default value is 32.

Note: When scales cannot be displayed on the window because there are too many scales, the message "Cant write scales." is displayed. If this occurs, either widen the window or reduce the number of scales. The number of scales for timing charts is changed to the value entered.
When "32" is entered

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Setting the wait time

Settings Wait Time

The wait time available while scans are executed can be set. The wait time is applied to all the operations performed by the simulator. When the execution speed is too fast or slow, adjust the wait time value accordingly. The wait time cannot be set in the monitor. To set the wait time, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Wait Time" from the "Settings" menu, or click the The "Set Wait Time" dialog box is displayed. button.

2. Set the wait time between 0 and 10000 ms. The default value is 90 ms.

3. Click the [OK] button to register the value entered. To cancel the setting, click the [Cancel] button.

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3.5.7

Printing out the registration monitor

The contents of the registration monitor can be printed out. This section describes the printout procedure. Only the registration monitor can be printed out. First select the registration monitor to be printed out as the current window. Note: Before performing a printout, confirm the following. The printer should be correctly connected. The printer should be correctly set by selecting "Printer Setup" from the "File" menu. If the printer is not correctly set, correct the settings according to the requirements for your printer.

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Preview display
File Print Preview

To confirm the contents to be printed out on the preview screen, perform the following procedure. 1. Select the registration monitor to be printed out as the current window. 2. Select "Print Preview" from the "File" menu. The image that will be printed out is displayed on the screen. The [Print] button on the screen can be clicked to print out the image displayed.

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Executing printout
File Print

To execute printout, perform the following procedure. 1. Select the registration monitor window to be printed out as the current window. 2. Select "Print" from the "File" menu. The "Print" dialog box is displayed.

3. Select "All" in "Print Range", and click the [OK] button.

Printout is executed. Note: If printout is not correctly performed, confirm the settings and connection status of the printer.

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4.1 4.1.1 4.1.2 4.1.3 4.2 4.2.1 4.2.2 4.3 4.3.1 4.3.2 4.4 4.4.1 4.4.2 4.4.3 4.4.4 4.4.5 4.4.6 4.4.7 4.5 4.5.1 4.5.2 4.6 4.6.1 4.6.2 4.6.3 Outline of the Monitor Functions ....................................................... 2-134 Outline of the functions .......................................................................... 2-134 Restrictions in the monitor ...................................................................... 2-134 Precautions for communication .............................................................. 2-135 Communicating with the PLC ............................................................ 2-136 Setting the PLC communication parameters .......................................... 2-136 Setting the comment transfer ................................................................. 2-138 Starting up and Exiting from the Monitor ......................................... 2-139 Operating procedures for startup and exit .............................................. 2-139 Name and function of each part of the screen ....................................... 2-143 Ladder Monitor .................................................................................... Outline of the ladder monitor .................................................................. Displaying the ladder monitor window .................................................... PLC error check ..................................................................................... Starting the monitor ................................................................................ Stopping the monitor .............................................................................. Screen displayed while the monitor is running ....................................... Setting the PLC operation mode ............................................................ 2-144 2-144 2-144 2-144 2-145 2-145 2-146 2-147

Monitor All and Registration Monitor ................................................ 2-148 Functions of the monitor all window ....................................................... 2-148 Functions of the registration monitor ...................................................... 2-148 Monitor Function ................................................................................. Disabling the input refresh/Disabling the output ..................................... Changing the current values all at once ................................................. Device all clear ....................................................................................... 2-149 2-149 2-150 2-154

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4.1
4.1.1

Outline of the Monitor Functions

This section outlines the monitor functions and the precautions for use.

Outline of the functions

The monitor compiles (converts) ladder programs created by the editor, transfers the converted programs to the PLC (Visual KV or conventional KV), and executes them to confirm the operation status. As well, programs saved in the currently connected PLC can be transferred to the personal computer, decompiled, and then executed to confirm the operation status. The monitor offers the following functions. Allows you to confirm the operation status of a program in real-time using the ladder monitor, timing charts, etc. Changes the operation mode of the PLC. Allows you to operate input contacts on the monitor screen by disabling the input refresh and the output. (Visual KV and KV-300 only) Easily changes the preset values and current values of timers, counters and devices. Changes the current values of devices all at once by specifying the range. Returns some devices to the default values.

4.1.2

Restrictions in the monitor

After the monitor is stopped, never disconnect the PLC and connect another PLC while the monitor window is displayed. If you do this, the contents of the ladder monitor on the monitor may be different from the contents of the ladder program in PLC, and the program may not operate correctly. Write is disabled in the KV-10R(W)/T(W), KV-16R(W)/T(W), KV-24R(W)/T(W), and KV-40R(W)/T(W)/80R(W)/T(W) while a program is running. Minimized windows are not monitored. (The operation speed becomes slow if there are many devices to be monitored. To prevent this, it is recommended that you minimize or close the windows which do not need to be monitored.) When the entire monitor window is minimized, the monitor is stopped. When performing monitoring again, select "Start Monitor" from the menu or click the button. Timing charts in the registration monitor are not actuated by a scan on the PLC side. Up to 1000 comments can be transferred. (Visual KV and KV-300 only) When "Transfer comment" is specified, comments are always transferred even when the program has no change. (Visual KV and KV-300 only)

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Precautions for communication

Connect the PLC to the personal computer with the connection cable, and confirm that the serial port of the monitor is correctly connected before starting up the monitor. If it is not correctly set, the error message "Check connection cable with the PLC." is displayed when the monitor is started up, and monitoring is disabled. The initial preset values of the serial port are "COM port: No. 1" and "Baud rate: AUTO". When using any other setting, read the description in "4.2 Communicating with the PLC" ( p. 2-136), and then change the setting. Never disconnect the connection cable from the PLC while monitoring is being performed. If you do this, a communication error may occur or the system may be reset. Never perform communication in a location with excessive noise. A communication error may occur. Never disconnect the connection cable or abort communication while a program is being written, as programs saved in the Visual KV or the conventional KV will be deleted. If communication errors occur often, set the baud rate (communication speed) to a lower value.

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4.2

Communicating with the PLC

This section describes how to transfer ladder programs created using the editor to the PLC and how to transfer programs from the PLC.

4.2.1

Setting the PLC communication parameters

Before communicating with the PLC, the COM port and the baud rate (communication speed) on the personal computer connected to the PLC should be set. To set these parameters, open the monitor from the editor. 1. Select "File", "Communication Setup" and "Set PLC Communication Parameters" from the menu on the editor screen.

File Communication Setup Set PLC Communication Parameters

The monitor is displayed. 2. Select "Serial Port" from the monitors "Settings" menu. The "Set Communication Parameters" dialog box is displayed. For the setting procedure, refer to "Setting the serial port" below.

3. When the communication port is set, the monitor mode is automatically selected. button. To continue edits, select "Editor" from the "File" menu or click the

Setting the serial port

Settings Serial Port

To set the serial port, perform the following procedure while the monitor is stopped (while communication is not being performed). 1. Select "Serial Port" from the "Settings" menu. The "Set Communication Parameters" dialog box is displayed.

2. Set the COM port and the baud rate (communication speed) to be used.

COM Port

Select the COM port number connected to the cable. The initial value is "COM1". "COM port" refers to a serial port, and the RS-232C interface is used for communication. Only one COM port may be provided in some personal computers. Select the baud rate from "AUTO", "9600", "19200" and "38400" (some of them may not be available in some personal computers). The default value is "AUTO". "Baud rate" refers to the communication speed, and indicates the number of bits which can be transferred in a second. As the baud rate value becomes larger, communication is performed at a higher speed. Normally "AUTO" should be selected.

Baud Rate

3. Click the [OK] button to register the setting. To cancel the setting, click the [Cancel] button.

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Setting the machine number

Set Set Machine Number

KV-300 Series Only

The Ladder Builder for KV can specify the station number of two or more KV-L2 units connected in the multi-drop method so that one personal computer can transfer programs to and monitor programs in two or more KV-300 units. To set the machine number, perform the following procedure while the monitor is stopped (while communication is not being performed).
Station No. F (when port 1 is used) 0 (when port 2 is used) Port 1: RS-232C LADDER BUILDER for KV

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Port 2: RS-422A RS-232C/RS-422A converter

1. Select Set Machine Number from the Settings menu. The Set Machine Number dialog box is displayed.

2. Set the machine number of the communication destination KV-L2. The machine number refers to the number set by the station number setting switch on the KV-L2 unit.

Refer to the Chapter 7 KV-L2 Serial Interface Module on page 1-239.

3. Click the [OK] button to register the setting. To cancel the setting, click the [Cancel] button.

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4.2.2

KV-300 and Visual KV Series Only File Communication Setup Set Comment Transfer
Set the comment range to be transferred to the PLC. Note 1: Make sure to set the comment range when comments are transferred along with programs to the PLC. Note 2: Comments can be transferred to the KV-300 and Visual KV Series only. Comments cannot be transferred to the KV-10R(W)/T(W), KV-16R(W)/T(W), KV24R(W)/T(W) and KV-40R(W)/T(W)/80R(W)/T(W). Note 3: Up to 1,000 comments can be transferred. When more than 1,000 comments are set, 1,000 comments are transferred from the top of the device list. To set the comment range to be transferred, perform the following procedure.

Setting the comment transfer

1. Select "File", "Communication Setup" and "Set Comment Transfer". The "Set Comment Write Range" dialog box is displayed.

2. Enter the range to be transferred for each device. When the [Auto Setup] button is clicked, all the registered comments are selected.

3. To register the setting and close the dialog box, click the [OK] button. To cancel the setting, click the [Cancel] button.

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4.3

Starting up and Exiting from the Monitor

This section describes how to start up the monitor, how to view the screen displayed and how to use the monitor functions.

4.3.1

Operating procedures for startup and exit

Transfer programs from the PLC and starting them up

File Monitor PLC Monitor [Ctrl] + [F1]

A new window can be created, a ladder program saved in the PLC can be transferred to the personal computer and deconverted, and then a ladder drawing can be displayed and monitored. Make sure that the PLC is correctly connected, and then perform the following procedure using the editor. Note: When using the monitor for the first time, ensure that the PLC communication parameters are correctly set.
Refer to "4.2.1 Setting the PLC communication parameters" on page 2-136.

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To transfer a program from the PLC and start up the monitor, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "File", "Monitor" and "Monitor PLC" from the editor menu. 2. The transfer status of the program from the PLC is indicated on the graph.

3. When a transfer ends normally, the monitor is automatically started up.

Transferring programs
File Monitor Compile Transfer Monitor (Ctrl + F8)

Programs created using the editor can be compiled into machine code, and then transferred to the program memory area of the PLC. Connect the PLC to the personal computer before starting the transfer. To transfer a program, perform the following procedure. 1. Select the ladder diagram of the program to be transferred as the current window.

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2. Select "File", "Monitor" and "Convert Transfer Monitor" from the menu, or button. click the The ladder program created by the editor is converted. The monitor window is displayed. The "Transfer Program" dialog box is displayed.

Note 1: Write is not performed when there is no difference between the program saved in the PLC and the program transferred. Note 2: If conversion is not performed normally, the message "Conversion error exists. Data cant be transferred." is displayed. When the [OK] button is clicked, the error list is displayed. Correct the cause of error, and then transfer the program again. Note 3: When the code check is specified, the message "Reverse conversion error" is displayed for the ladder containing a deconversion error. When the [OK] button is clicked, the ladder is transferred to the PLC. However, the transferred program cannot be read. Correct the cause of error, and then transfer the program again.
H-3 Programs which cannot be decompiled (p. 2-203)

WARNING

If a program is written while running, serious danger may be generated depending on the status of the control equipment connected to the PLC. Pay careful attention.
3. The program is transferred to the PLC, and the write status is indicated on the graph.

4. When a transfer ends normally, the monitor is automatically started up.

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Reading programs
File Monitor Read Program from PLC

Programs which have been transferred to the PLC can be decompiled, and then read in the editor. Connect the PLC to the personal computer before starting to read. To read a program, perform the following procedure. 1. Select the window from which a PLC program is to be read as the current window on the editor screen. 2. Select "File", "Monitor" and "Read Program from PLC" from the menu, or click the button. The program is decompiled.

3. The transfer status of the program from the PLC is displayed on the graph. The program is read from the PLC. When contact comments are transferred from the KV-300, they are also read.

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Verifying against the PLC programs

File Monitor Verify against PLC Program

The program in the editor can be verified against the program currently saved in the PLC memory. Connect the PLC to the personal computer before starting verification. To perform verification, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "File", "Monitor" and "Verify against PLC Program" from the menu on the editor screen. The monitor screen is displayed, the program currently saved in the PLC is transferred, and then the editor screen is automatically displayed again.

2. When no difference is detected during verification, the message "Verify completed." is displayed. Click the [OK] button.

3. When a difference is detected during verification, the message "Verify error" is displayed. Click the [OK] button to display the error list.

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Editing devices in offline mode

File Monitor Edit Offline Device

Specified devices can be read all at once from the PLC by specifying the range, and then can be edited. 1. Select "File", "Monitor" and "Edit Offline Device" from the editor menu. The monitor is started up in the device setting mode.

2. Select "Change All" from the monitors "File" menu The change all window is opened.

Refer to "4.6.2 Changing the current values all at once " (p. 2-150).

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Exit procedure
File Editor

Note: When the monitor is started up in the device setting mode, the ladder monitor, registration monitor and monitor all cannot be opened.

You can exit from the monitor and return to the editor. When switching to the monitor again using the same program, select "File", "Monitor" and "Compile _ Transfer _ Monitor" from the editor menu. When the program is the same as that saved in the PLC, the monitor is selected again without transferring the program. button.

Select "Editor" from the "File" menu, or click the

Note: The Ladder Builder for KV itself cannot be terminated directly from the monitor. To exit from the Ladder Builder for KV, return to the editor, and then select "Exit" from the editors "File" menu.

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4.3.2

Name and function of each part of the screen

When the monitor is started up, the ladder monitor window of the last edited ladder program is displayed. If the monitor all window and registration monitor window were previously displayed, they are also displayed when the monitor is started. Sample screen
Main window title bar Displays the file name of the ladder program currently being monitored. Menu bar Displays the menu to execute commands. Main window The entire simulator screen.

Ladder monitor window p. 2-90 Monitor all window p. 2-113 Registration monitor window p. 2-122

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Tool bar Provides buttons to execute commands. Only commonly used commands are provided as buttons. Each command can be executed by clicking the corresponding button once. Dialog bar Allows you to register devices, assign device values and preset values, and reset timers and counters.

Status indication bar Indicates the currently selected function and the monitors operating status.

The name and function of each part of each window are described on the pages listed below. Ladder monitor window Monitor all window Registration monitor window p. 2-90 p. 2-113 p. 2-122

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4.4

Ladder Monitor
This section describes the monitor start/stop procedure, the screen displayed while the monitor is running, the PLC mode setting, etc.

4.4.1

Outline of the ladder monitor

The ladder monitor transfers ladder programs to the PLC, displays the actual PLC operation in real-time, and offers the following functions. Starts and stops the monitor. Changes the operation mode (RUN or STOP). Displays registered comments. Changes the current values, etc. using the dialog bar.

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4.4.2
File Ladder Monitor

Displaying the ladder monitor window

If a displayed ladder diagram is closed, select "Ladder Monitor" from the "File" menu button. to display it again, or click the Note 1: This operation is not typically required because the ladder monitor window is always displayed when the simulator is started up from the editor. Note 2: Only one ladder monitor window can be opened at a time. Note 3: This function is disabled when the ladder window is already open.

4.4.3

PLC error check

A PLC error check is always performed while the monitor is running. When an error occurs in the PLC, an error message is displayed.

For error messages and countermeasures, refer to "Appendix A Error Message List" on page 2-156.

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4.4.4

Starting the monitor

Communication with the PLC can be started, and the operation status of the PLC can be displayed on each window. To start the monitor, perform the following procedure. Note 1: If a conversion error is present, the monitor cannot be started. Make sure that the ladder program can be correctly compiled (converted) before starting up the monitor. Note 2: When the monitor is started up for the first time, the monitor is automatically started. Select "Start Monitor" from the "Monitor" menu, or click the button (green).

Monitor Start Monitor [F4]

CAUTION

Never disconnect the connection cable to the PLC while the monitor is running. If you do this, a communication error may occur or the personal computer may be reset.

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4.4.5

Stopping the monitor

Communication with the PLC can be stopped. To stop the monitor, perform the following procedure. Select "Stop Monitor" from the "Monitor" menu, or click the The monitor is stopped. When the entire monitor window is minimized, the monitor is automatically stopped. button (red).

Monitor Stop Monitor [F5]

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4.4.6

Screen displayed while the monitor is running

When the monitor is started, the operation status is displayed on each window. The status bar provided at the bottom of the monitor screen indicates the operation mode currently being executed, etc.

Status indication
While the monitor is running or while data is reconstructed in the record reconstruction mode, the PLC mode, scan time, etc. are displayed in the status indication area on the monitor window.

Status indication area Communication indicator Rotates while communication is performed. PLC mode Indicates the operation mode of the PLC. Registration consumption quantity Indicates the monitor registration consumption quantity of the current window.

Scan time Indicates the scan time in increments of "0.1 msec".

Registration consumption quantity of entire monitor Indicates the monitor registration consumption quantity in the entire monitor mode.

Caution on monitor registration consumption quantity

As the registration consumption quantity of the entire monitor is smaller, the monitor speed becomes faster. If the monitor speed is slow, minimize unnecessary windows.

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4.4.7

Setting the PLC operation mode

Set the operation mode of the conventional KV. When the monitor is started up for the first time, the PLC mode is selected. To change the PLC mode, select the desired mode from "PLC Mode" on the menu or click the button.

Operation (RUN mode)

PLC Mode Run (Shift + F7)

In this mode, a program operates normally.

Stop (STOP mode)

PLC Mode Stop (Shift + F8)

In this mode, program execution is stopped. All the outputs are turned off.

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4.5

Monitor All and Registration Monitor

This section briefly describes the functions of the monitor all and registration monitor. For details, refer to "Chapter 3 Simulator" on page 2-83.

4.5.1

Functions of the monitor all window

Monitor all offers the following functions. Displays the current value and preset value of all devices, and the ON/OFF status of the contacts and coils for each device type. Displays all the registered comments. Turns on/off bit devices. Changes the current value, etc. using the dialog bar.
For execution and operating procedures for the monitor all window, refer to "3.4 Monitor All" on page 2-109.

4.5.2

Functions of the registration monitor

The registration monitor offers the following functions. Registers up to 40 devices. Changes the position of registered devices. Displays the current values of registered devices, and the ON/OFF status of bit devices and comments. Displays timing charts for registered devices (both bit devices and word devices). Turns on/off bit devices. Changes the current value, etc. using the dialog bar.
For execution and operating procedures for the registration monitor, refer to "3.5 Registration Monitor" on page 2-119.

Note: Timing charts are not actuated by a scan on the PLC side. Only one vertical cursor is displayed on timing charts.

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4.6

Monitor Function
This section describes the functions which can be executed by the monitor such as disabling the input refresh/disabling the output, change all of current values, device all clear, etc.

4.6.1

Disabling the input refresh/Disabling the output Visual KV and KV-300 Only
A Visual KV and KV-300 are equipped with the input refresh disable function and the output refresh disable function.

Disabling the input refresh

Monitor Disable Input Refresh

When input refresh is disabled, read (input refresh) of input relays of the PLC is stopped, and write from the monitor is enabled. To set the input refresh disable function, select "Disable Input Refresh" from the "Monitor" menu when the monitor is started. When this function is selected, a check mark is added. When this function is selected again, the setting is reset and the check mark is deleted.

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Check mark

If input refresh is disabled, read (input refresh) of input relays of the PLC is dis abled, and write from the monitor is enabled. The setting status is saved in the PLC. However, when the PLC operation mode is changed from STOP to RUN or when the power is turned off and on again, the setting is not saved.

Disabling the output

Monitor Disable Output

When output is disabled, the output status is not updated even if a program is executed. Select this function when outputs from output relays are not desired. To set the output refresh disable function, select "Disable Output " from the "Monitor" menu when the monitor is started. When this function is selected, a check mark is added. When this function is selected again, the setting is reset and the check mark is deleted.

Check mark

If output refresh is disabled, write (output) to output relays of the PLC is disabled. The setting status is saved in the PLC. However, when the PLC operation mode is changed from STOP to RUN or when the power is turned off and on again, the setting is not saved.

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4.6.2

Changing the current values all at once

The specified devices can be read all at once by specifying the range from the PLC. The current values can then be changed and written to the PLC. In addition, the setting of the read devices can be saved, and the setting of saved devices can be read. Change all can be performed on the change all window displayed when "Change All" is selected from the "File" menu. Two or more change all windows can be displayed. When the devices to be read are specified using the dialog bar and the [Register] button is clicked, all the specified devices are read to the change all window.
Change all window

File Change All

Device Range Value [File Read] button [File Write] button PLC [Write] button PLC [Read] button Device Current Value Comment

Specify the device range to be read. Enter a value. Reads the text file of the contents of devices saved by change all. Saves the contents of devices in the selected range to a text file. Writes the contents of devices in the selected range to the PLC. Reads the contents of devices from the PLC. Indicates the device type and the device number. Indicates the current value of a device. Displays a comment if it is registered.

[Partial Change] button Changes all the contents of the selected device range.

The cursor can be moved between items using the Tab key (forward direction) or the Tab + Shift keys (reverse direction). When the [X] button located in the upper right corner of the window is clicked, the change all window is closed. When a current value outside the acceptable range is entered, "NG" is displayed.

Note 1: Only one consecutive range can be read to one window. Separate ranges cannot be read to one window. When reading separate ranges, select "Change All" from the "File" menu, open a new change all window, specify and register the desired range using the dialog bar, and then read it. Note 2: Only the current value can be manipulated for timers/counters. Note 3: Writing to the PLC requires a longer time than reading from the PLC.

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Reading devices from the PLC

1. Enter the device range to be read into "Device Range", or specify the range by dragging using the mouse. 2. Click the PLC [Read] button. The specified device data is read from the PLC, and displayed in the window. While in this state, the attribute (radix, bit count, comment) can be changed using the dialog bar.

Refer to "Changing the current value/preset value/attribute" on page 2-118.

Writing devices to the PLC

1. Enter the device range to be written into "Device Range", or specify the range by dragging using the mouse. 2. Click the PLC [Write] button. The specified device data is written to the PLC.

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Note: Only one consecutive range can be written at a time. Separate ranges cannot be written at the same time.

Saving/reading devices
The setting of devices read from the PLC can be saved to a file. The setting of devices saved in a file can be read. s Saving devices to a file 1. Select the change all window to be saved as the current window. 2. Select "Save Window As" from the "File" menu, or click the The "Save Window As" dialog box is displayed. button.

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3. Specify the folder (directory) and file name to which data is to be saved.

Folder (directory)

Select the folder (directory) in which the file is to be saved. The current folder (directory) is selected as the default. Enter the file name using up to 8 letters and numbers. The extension is set to "kdv", and should not be changed.

File Name

Note: When data is already saved in a file and you want to save new data with the same file name, select "Save" from the "File" menu. If you do this, the original data will be erased because the existing file is overwritten by the new file. s How to print out device contents lists To print out device contents, perform the following procedure. 1. Specify the device range to be printed out in the change all window. Click the [File Read] button. The "Save" dialog box is displayed. Enter the file name. 2. Read the change all text file (*.txt) saved in step 1 that is to be printed out using the Windows memo, editor or word processor software. (The file is saved in text format. Be sure to select text format when opening the file in the word processor software.) 3. Print out the file from the software used to read the file. A device list is printed out.

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s Reading devices from a file 1. Select "Open Window" from the "File" menu The "Open" dialog box is displayed. button of "File Type", and select "Change All (*.kdv)".

2. Click the

3. Specify the folder (directory) and file name in which the file to be read is saved.

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Folder (directory) File Name File Type

Select the folder (directory) in which the file is to be read is saved. The current folder (directory) is selected as the default. Enter the file name to be read. Select "Change All (*.kdv)" as the file type to be read.

4. Click the [OK] button. The specified file is read, and the change all window is opened.

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4.6.3

Device all clear

Devices on the PLC can be initialized.

Initializing devices
Settings Device All Clear DM All Clear Latching Relay All Clear Counter All Clear

To initialize the device setting, perform the following procedure. 1. Select "Device All Clear" from the "Settings" menu, and then specify the devices to be initialized. 2. A message to confirm clear is displayed. To clear data memory, click the [Yes] button. To cancel execution of clear, click the [No] button.

If the PLC operation mode is set to "RUN" when devices other than data memory are cleared, the message "Set STOP and execute?" is displayed.
When the PLC is set to RUN mode while "All Clear" is executed (below).

s When the PLC is set to RUN mode while "All Clear" is executed If the PLC operation mode is set to "RUN" when devices other than data memory are cleared, the message "Set STOP and execute?" is displayed. To select the STOP mode and then execute all clear, click the [Yes] button. To cancel execution of all clear, click the [No] button.

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Appendix A A-1 A-2 A-3 A-4 A-5 A-6 A-7 A-8 A-9 Appendix B B-1 B-2 B-3 B-4 Error Message List .................................................................... System errors ................................................................................ Memory errors ............................................................................... File errors ...................................................................................... Installation errors .......................................................................... Errors that occur in the editor ........................................................ Errors that occur in the monitor/simulator ..................................... Communication errors (displayed in the monitor) ......................... PLC errors ..................................................................................... Errors that occur during compilation ............................................. Instruction List ........................................................................... Basic instructions .......................................................................... Application instructions ................................................................. Arithmetic instructions ................................................................... Interrupt instructions ..................................................................... 2-156 2-156 2-156 2-157 2-157 2-158 2-159 2-159 2-160 2-161 2-163 2-163 2-164 2-165 2-166

Appendix C Relay No. List ............................................................................. 2-167 C-1 Relays, timers, counters, and memory numbers for each model .. 2-167 Appendix D D-1 D-2 D-3 D-4 D-5 D-6 Appendix E E-1 E-2 E-3 Special Utility Relay List ............................................................ Special relays and arithmetic operation flags ............................... Special utility relays for high-speed counter (0) ............................ Special utility relays for high-speed counter (1) ............................ Other special utility relays ............................................................. Memory switches .......................................................................... Special memory list ....................................................................... 2-168 2-168 2-168 2-169 2-169 2-172 2-172

Devices for KV-10R(W)/T(W) to 80R(W)/T(W), KV-300 ............ 2-174 Special utility relays ...................................................................... 2-174 Memory switches .......................................................................... 2-176 Special memory list ....................................................................... 2-176

Appendix F Sample Program List ................................................................. 2-178 F-1 Description of sample ladder programs ........................................ 2-178 Appendix G G-1 G-2 G-3 Appendix H H-1 H-2 H-3 Appendix I Quick Reference ......................................................................... Editor ............................................................................................. Simulator ....................................................................................... Monitor .......................................................................................... Notes for Programming ............................................................. Circuits that must be modified ....................................................... Precautions for programming ........................................................ Programs which cannot be decompiled ........................................ 2-180 2-180 2-188 2-195 2-201 2-201 2-202 2-203

List of Files Used ....................................................................... 2-204

Appendix J Countermeasures for Frequent Communication Errors ........ 2-205

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Appendix A

Error Message List

This section describes error messages displayed during operation and the countermeasures to be taken when an error message is displayed.

A-1

System errors
A system error message is displayed when the entire system (including Windows) becomes unstable. When a system error message is displayed, save required files immediately, exit from the Ladder Builder for KV, and then restart Windows. If system errors occur frequently, contact our sales representative.
Error message Error message Cant release machine code memory. Jump failed. ClrList execution error. AddlList execution error. GetList execution error. Program is empty. Specification of list type is illegal. Position of writing line is illegal. Position of writing row is illegal. Data on starting line of display is abnormal. Cant find program to be deleted. Contents of line cut buffer is abnormal. Error obtaining Program Information. Reverse conversion failed. Change failed. Obtain comment failed. Invalid comment area. Not enough memory for macro information. Illegal Element.

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Cant open document. Cant obtain font. Cant create window. Start up from Editor. Cant open window which should exist. Initialize window failed. Cant obtain information on window. Monitor handle not registered. Simulator handle not registered. Cant obtain information on symbol. Ladder data error Write cell data failed. Read cell data failed. Content of LDKPRG.DLL is illegal. Content of LCK.DLL is illegal. Content of KVCOM.DLL is illegal. Obtain device context failed. Write device failed. Device information list access error. Obtain machine code failed.

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Memory errors
A memory error message is displayed when Windows does not have enough memory. When a memory error is displayed, exit from other applications that are open, or increase the amount of memory.
Error message Not enough memory. Error Obtaining Memory. Global Ladder Line Replication Error Cant allocate memory. Error message Not Enough Memory. Quit other applications and restart. Cant register new program with LDKPRG.DLL.

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A-3

File errors
A file error is displayed when a file is damaged.

When a file error is displayed, check the disk using "SCANDISK", and then restore the file if an error is detected. Reinstall the Ladder Builder for KV.
Error messages displayed in the editor are shown below.
Error message Error [file name]: Read ladder diagram file failed. Error [file name]: Read file failed. Error [file name]: Write file failed. Error [file name]: Read text file failed. Error [file name]: Write text file failed. Error [file name]: Read comment file failed. Error message Cant open ladder diagram file. Cant open text file. Cant open comment file. Content of LDKPRG.DLL is illegal. Content of LCK.DLL is illegal. Content of KVCOM.DLL is illegal.

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Installation errors
An installation error is displayed when the target file does not exist in the appropriate location. The target file may have been deleted from the installation destination folder (directory).

When an installation error message is displayed, reinstall the Ladder Builder for KV.

Error message Cant Load LDKPRG.DLL. Cant Load LCK.DLL. Cant Load KVCOM.DLL. Monitor startup failed. Simulator startup failed.

Error message Error LBK.KSU: Read text file failed. Error LBK.EMS: Read text file failed.

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A-5

Errors that occur in the editor

Error messages displayed in the editor are shown below.
Error message Reverse Compilation Error. Cause A grammar error occurred when a program was read from the KV and converted into a ladder diagram, or when a ladder diagram was converted while the code check system setting was selected. A grammar error occurred when edit was terminated. Countermeasures Display the error list [ Error display (p. 2-76)], confirm the contents of the error, and then correct the program [ H-3 Programs which cannot be decompiled (p. 2-203)]. Display the error list [ Error display (p. 2-76)], confirm the contents of the error, and then correct the program. Specify a different label for each device. Confirm the contents of temporary devices. Confirm that the limitation in the editor was satisfied while the macro was written and developed. The maximum number of lines allowed in a ladder program is 9999. Confirm the format of the corresponding instruction using the manual or the help function.

Compilation Error.

Specified label already used.

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Write/Develop macro failed.

The specified label has already been assigned to another device. An error occurred while a macro was being written and developed. The program is too large to be edited. Too many or too few operands have been entered. An unaccepted device is specified. These devices cannot be used as temporary devices.

Program is too large. No. of instruction word or operand is illegal. Contact name is illegal. Temporary device cant be used for TMR, TMH and TMS. Temporary device cant be used for C. Temporary device cant be used for CTH. Temporary device cant be used for CTC. Temporary device cant be used for UDC. Illegal operand. Illegal second operand. Cant overwrite on comment ladder line. Illegal Comment File. Illegal file format. Cancel reading. This file is not found in [File Names]. Check for directory and file name and input correct name.

Do not use them as temporary devices.

The mnemonic of an instruction Illegal first operand. word is incorrect.

Confirm the specifications of the instruction using the manual or the help function.

A file may be damaged.

Use "SCANDISK" to check for disk errors.

The file set in the automatic file read function was not found.

Check whether the corresponding file exists in the displayed location, and set it again.

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A-6

Errors that occur in the monitor/simulator

The error message displayed in the monitor/simulator is shown in the table below.
Error message Cant write scales. Widen the width of registration monitor window. Cause Because the width of the registration monitor window is too narrow, the specified number of scales cannot be drawn. Countermeasures Increase the width of the registration monitor window.

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Communication errors (displayed in the monitor)

The error message displayed during communication with the PLC is shown in the table below.
Error message Communication error occurred. Check for communication setting and connection lines. Unregistered program Cause An error occurred during communication. Countermeasures Confirm that the personal computers RS-232C port is correctly connected to the PLC. Confirm that the communication (COM1/2) port and baud rate are set correctly in "Settings"-"Serial Port". Transfer a program to the KV before making these attempts.

The attempt is made to execute PLC monitor or to call up or verify the program in the CPU, although the KV main unit has no program.

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PLC errors
Error messages displayed when problems occur in a Visual KV or a conventional KV are shown in the table below.
Error message Analysis Disabled Error System Error Run Time Error Divided by 0 Address Error Illegal Instruction Error Watchdog Timer Error Program Error Cause An unexpected error occurred in the KV main unit. Countermeasures Turn off power to the KV main unit, and then turn it on again. If the same error occurs frequently, contact your nearest KEYENCE office.

Cycle Time Error Memory Error

RUN mode is selected while there is not a program in the KV main unit. The cycle time has exceeded 208 ms. (300 ms for KV-300) The contents of the KV main units memory have been erased. The number of nested levels in the subroutine exceeds 4. The number of nested levels in the FOR - NEXT instruction exceeds 8. The number of nested levels in the MPS - MPP instruction exceeds 8.

Transfer a program to the KV main unit, and then select RUN mode. Change the program so that the cycle time is shorter. Reset the error, and then select RUN mode. An error occurred when the program was executed. Check the program and correct the error.

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CALL Instruction Nest Error FOR Instruction Nest Error MPS Instruction Nest Error

INI Instruction Nest Five or more interrupts occurred Correct the program so that only Error at once. one interrupt occurs at once.

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A-9

Errors that occur during compilation

Error messages displayed during compilation are shown in the table below. When this type of error message is displayed, eliminate the cause of the error, and then perform compilation again.
Error message Not enough memory. Abort conversion. Too many errors. Abort conversion. First operand is unnecessary. Second operand is unnecessary. Third operand is unnecessary. First operand form is illegal. Second operand form is illegal. Third operand form is illegal. First operand value is illegal. Second operand value is illegal. Third operand value is illegal. First operand is not found. Second operand is not found. Third operand is not found. Instruction is repeatedly used. Operand is repeatedly used. Unusable in interrupt program. Instruction position error. Nested levels in subroutine is too many. Undefined subroutine exists. Subroutine No. is repeatedly used. Nested levels of paired instruction is too many. Usage of paired instruction is incorrect. Parallel connection is used in STG instruction. END instruction is not found. ENDH instruction is not found. STG instruction position error. SFT instruction operand error. Cause There is not enough memory to complete the compilation. Because 100 errors or more occurred during compilation, compilation was aborted. The mnemonic of an instruction word is incorrect. (This error often occurs when a file created by a commercial editor or word processor is opened and the mnemonic list is edited.) Countermeasures Confirm that there is enough memory and hard disk space. Correct each error.

Confirm the specifications of the instruction using the manual or the help function.

An instruction which can be used only once has been used two or more times. An operand which can be used only once has been used two or more times. An unusable instruction is used in an interrupt program. A subroutine or an interrupt program is described before the END instruction. The number of nested levels in the subroutine exceeds 4. The program is terminated without a called subroutine being defined. Two or more subroutines with the same number are defined. The number of nested levels of paired instructions exceeds the maximum number. An instruction to be used as a pair is not used as a pair. The STG instruction contains an OR (parallel) connected block. The END instruction is not found in the program before the ENDH instruction. The ENDH instruction is not found in the last line of the program. The STG instruction is not present at the head of a block. The SFT instruction operand is outside the available range.

Use the instruction only once.

Use the operand only once.

Change the program so that another method is used. Describe the program between the END instruction and the ENDH instruction. Change the program so that the number of nested levels is 4 or less. Describe the subroutine program between the END instruction and the ENDH instruction. The number assigned to each subroutine should be different. Change the program. Change the program so that the number of nested levels is within the maximum. Change the program so that it is used as a pair. Never use an OR (parallel) connection in the STG instruction. Include the END instruction in the program before the ENDH instruction. Include the ENDH instruction in the last line of the program. Include the STG instruction at the head of a block. Include the SFT instruction within the available range.

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Error message Corresponding CTH instruction is not found. Corresponding instruction is undefined. Unusable in subroutine. Model code is incorrect. First line is illegal. Mnemonic is illegal. First operand is illegal. Second operand is illegal. Third operand is illegal. After mnemonic is unnecessary. After first operand is unnecessary. After second operand is unnecessary. After third operand is unnecessary. Code file was not generated. Ladder diagram cant be drawn. Number of instructions is too large. Previous connecting block is not found. Following connecting block is not found. Instructions are not paired. Usage of CON instruction is incorrect. Connection of multiple input elements is illegal. Output elements cant be connected in parallel. Input element connected to output line. Output element connected to bus. Termination element not connected to output line. Block has too long parallel connection. Cause Although the CTC instruction is used, the corresponding CTH instruction is not included in the program. Although contacts of timers and counters are used, the corresponding instructions are not present in the program. There are unusable instructions included in a subroutine. The mnemonic of an instruction word is incorrect. (This error often occurs when a file created by a commercial editor or word processor is opened and the mnemonic list is edited.) Countermeasures Include the corresponding CTH instruction in the program before the END instruction. Include the corresponding instructions in the program before the END instruction. Change the program and use another method. Confirm the specifications of the instruction using the manual or the help function.

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Because instructions are sorted incorrectly, they cannot be compiled into a ladder diagram.

Confirm the specifications of the instructions, and correct the program.

Lines in block exceeds maximum number. No connection.

Because there are too many instructions in a parallel connected block, it cannot be compiled into a ladder diagram. A block in the ladder diagram exceeds 100 lines. An instruction symbol does not exist on a path between buses.

Change the circuit to reduce the number of instructions in the parallel connected block. Change the program so that no more than 100 lines are included per block. Include an instruction symbol on a path between buses. Never short-circuit them. Change the circuit so that they are correctly parallel connected. Change the circuit so that the symbol is correctly connected.

Illegal short-circuiting. Two points are short-circuited when they should not be. Blocks are not correctly parallel Illegal parallel connected. connection. The instruction symbol connection Illegal connection. method is incorrect.

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Appendix B

Instruction List
This appendix includes a list of instructions and an outline of their processes. For details, refer to Chapter 2, "Instructions" on page 3-33.

B-1

Basic instructions
Instruction name Load Load Bar Out Out Bar And And Bar Or Or Bar And Load Or Load Set Reset Timer High-Speed Timer High-Speed 1-ms Timer Counter Up-Down Counter Differentiate Up Differentiate Down Keep Mnemonic LD LDB OUT OUB AND ANB OR ORB ANL ORL SET RES TMR TMH TMS C UDC DIFU DIFD KEEP Outline of process Connects N.O. contact to bus. Connects N.C. contact to bus. Outputs ON/OFF status of input to relay coil. Outputs inverted ON/OFF status of input to relay coil. Connects N.O. contact in series. Connects N.C. contact in series. Connects N.O. contact in parallel. Connects in series the blocks made of one or more contacts. Connects in parallel the blocks made of one or more contacts. Turns ON specified relay forcibly, and enables it to remain ON. Turns OFF specified relay forcibly. Sets an on-delay timer that counts down in 0.1 s increments. Sets an on-delay timer that counts down in 0.01 s increments. Sets an on-delay timer that counts down in 0.001 s increments. Sets an up counter. Sets an up-down counter. Detects rising edge of input signal and turns ON specified relay for first scan time only. Detects falling edge of input signal and turns ON specified relay for first scan time only. Turns ON specified relay when SET input relay turns ON, and enables this relay to remain ON. Turns OFF specified relay when RESET input relay turns ON. Sets a shift register. Shortens time constant of specified input relay to be ready for high speed. Selects ON/OFF status of relays, timers or counters set before MCR instruction. Ends the execution of MC instruction. Sets memory switches. Performs no operation. Indicates end of each routine in the program. Indicates end of entire program.

Shift High Speed Master Control Master Control Reset Memory Switch No Operation End End Hi

SFT HSP MC MCR MEMSW NOP END ENDH

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Application instructions
Instruction name Wait ON Wait OFF Wait Up Edge Wait Down Edge Stage Connect Push Mnemonic W-ON W-OFF W-UE W-DE STG CON MPS MRD MPP JMP ENDS STP STE ITVL CTH CTC Outline of process Turns ON output operand relay when input operand relay/timer/counter turns ON. Turns ON output operand relay when input operand relay/timer/counter turns OFF. Turns ON output operand relay at rising edge of input operand relay/timer/counter. Turns ON output operand relay at falling edge of input operand relay/timer/counter. Executes instructions in STG block when operand relay is ON. Represents series connection after output status. Stores input status and arithmetic flag status. Reads input status and arithmetic flag status stored with Push (MPS). Reads input status and arithmetic flag status stored with Push (MPS), and clears memory. Turns current stage OFF, and then transfers execution to another stage. Turns OFF relay of current stage. Executes instructions between STP and STE when operand relay is ON. Used with STP as a pair to make a program step. Measures pulse-to-pulse interval or pulse width in specified mode. Functions as a general-purpose high-speed counter with a response frequency of 10 kHz. Comparator: Compares preset value with current value of CTH0, and turns ON when they become equivalent. It is also used as an interrupt source. Executes subroutine with the specified number. Represents beginning of subroutine. Represents end of subroutine. Executes program range between FOR and NEXT by the number of times specified by operands. Represents end of repetition. Reads hexadecimal key data on time-sharing basis, and outputs these data to special utility relays 2900 to 2915.

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Read Pop Jump End Stage Step Step End Interval Timer 8-bit (16-bit) High Speed Counter 8-bit (16-bit) High Speed Counter Subroutine Call Subroutine Entry Subroutine Return Repeat Start Repeat End 16-Key Input

CALL SBN RET FOR NEXT HKEY

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B-3

Arithmetic instructions
Instruction name Trimmer Setting Load A Mnemonic TMIN @TMIN LDA @LDA STA @STA Outline of process Writes constant directly into data memory. Converts rotation angle of trimmer into a number from 0 to 249, and inputs it back to internal register. Inputs value specified by operand to internal register. * Inputs current value to internal register when timer/ counter is specified by operand. Transfers content of internal register to destination specified by operand. * Preset value is changed when timer/counter is specified by operand. Compares content of internal register with value specified by operand, and outputs result to 2009 to 2011. Adds value specified by operand to content of internal register, and inputs result back to same internal register. Subtracts value specified by operand from content of internal register, and inputs result back to same internal register. Multiplies content of internal register by value specified by operand, and inputs result back to same internal register. Divides content of internal register by value specified by operand, and inputs result back to same internal register. ANDs content of internal register and value specified by operand for each of 16 bits, and inputs result back to same internal register. ORs content of internal register and value specified by operand for each of 16 bits, and inputs result back to same internal register. EXCLUSIVE ORs content of internal register and value specified by operand for each of 16 bits, and inputs result back to same internal register. Moves content of internal register serially right by value specified by operand. Moves content of internal register serially left by value specified by operand. Rotates content of internal register clockwise by value specified by operand. Rotates content of internal register counterclockwise by value specified by operand. Inverts content of each bit in internal register. Adds 1 to content of data memory specified by operand. Subtracts 1 from content of data memory specified by operand. Converts one digit data of internal register specified by operand into 16-bit data. Converts into a value in position of most significant bit in internal register.

Data Memory Write DW

Store A

Compare

CMP @CMP ADD @ADD SUB @SUB MUL @MUL DIV @DIV ANDA @ANDA ORA @ORA EORA @EORA SRA @SRA SLA @SLA RRA @RRA RLA @RLA COM @COM INC @INC DEC @DEC MPX @MPX DMX @DMX

Add

Subtract

Multiply

Divide

And A

Or A

Exclusive Or A

Shift Right A Shift Left A Rotate Right A Rotate Left A Complement Increment Memory Decrement Memory Multiplexer Demultiplexer

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Instruction name Transfer BCD Transfer BIN ASCII Convert Reverse ASCII Convert Square Root Mnemonic TBCD @TBCD TBIN @TBIN ASC @ASC RASC @RASC ROOT @ROOT @xxxx Outline of process Converts content of internal register into 4-digit BCD data. Converts content of internal register into 16-bit binary data. Converts content (2 digits) of lower order byte of internal register into 2-digit ASCII code. Converts 2-digit ASCII code into 1-byte data representing 2-digit number. Takes square root of 32-bit data (TM00: higher order byte, internal register: lower order byte), and inputs result back to same internal register. Executes instructions only at rising edge of input to input relay.

Differentiation

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Interrupt instructions
Instruction name Interrupt Disabled Interrupt Enabled Interrupt Mnemonic DI EI INT Outline of process Disables execution of diversified interrupt programs. Enables execution of diversified interrupt programs. Executes interrupt between INT and RETI at rising edge of inputs 0000 to 0002. Executes interrupts between INT and RETI at rising or falling edge or input 0003 (Rising or falling edge can be selected by ON/OFF of 2206). Transfers current value up to CTH0 to TM30. Executes interrupts up to RETI when comparison result by comparator is matched. Return Interrupt RETI Represents end of interrupts.

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Appendix C
C-1

Relay No. List

Relays, timers, counters, and memory numbers for each model

KV-10 R(W)/T(W) KV-16 R(W)/T(W) KV-24 R(W)/T(W) KV-40/80 R(W)/T(W) KV-300 KV-10 (16) KV-24 (40) AR/AT/DR/DT AR/AT/DR/DT KV-10 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0000 to 0005 KV-16 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0000 to 0009 KV-24 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0000 to 0015 KV-40 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0000 to 0107

Basic input relay 0000 to 0005 0000 to 0009 0000 to 0015 KV-40 0000 to 0009 R(W)/T(W): 0000 to 0107 KV-80 R(W)/T(W): 0000 to 0125 Extended input relay 0100 to 0415 0100 to 0415 0100 to 0415 KV-40 R(W)/T(W): 0200 to 0415 KV-80R (W)/T(W): 0300 to 0415 0500 to 0503 0500 to 0505 0500 to 0507 KV-40 0500 to 0503 R(W)/T(W): 0500 to 0507 0600 to 0607 KV-80 R(W)/T(W): 0500 to 0615

Basic output relay

KV-10 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0500 to 0503 KV-16 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0500 to 0505

KV-24 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0500 to 0507 KV-40 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0500 to 0515

Extended output 0600 to 0915 0600 to 0915 0600 to 0915 0700 to 0915 relay Internal utility relay Special utility relay Timer/counter High-speed timer/counter High-speed comparator Data memory Temporary memory

0600 to 0915 0600 to 0915

1000 to 1915 1000 to 1915 1000 to 1915 1000 to 1915 1000 to 1915 1000 to 1915 1000 to 1915 3000 to 6915 3000 to 6915 3000 to 6915 3000 to 15915 3000 to 15915 2000 to 2915 2000 to 2915 2000 to 2915 2000 to 2915 2000 to 2915 2000 to 2915 2000 to 2915 CTH0 to 1 CTC0 to 3 CTH0 to 1 CTC0 to 3 CTH0 to 1 CTC0 to 3 7000 to 17915 CTH0 to 1 CTC0 to 3 CTH0 to 1 CTC0 to 3 CTH0 to 1 CTC0 to 3

External I/O relay CTH0 to 1 CTC0 to 3

T/C000 to 063 T/C000 to 063 T/C000 to 119 T/C000 to 119 T/C000 to 249 T/C000 to 249 T/C000 to 249

DM0 to 0999 DM0 to 0999 DM0 to 1999 DM0 to 1999 DM0 to 9999 DM0 to 1999 DM0 to 1999 TM0 to 31 TM0 to 31 TM0 to 31 TM0 to 31 TM0 to 31 TM0 to 31 TM0 to 31

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0100 to 0415 KV-24 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0100 to 0415 KV-40 AR/AT/DR/DT: 0200 to 0415

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Appendix D
D-1

Special Utility Relay List

Relay No. 2002* 2003* 2004* 2005* 2006* 2007* 2008* 2009* 2010* Always ON. Always OFF. 0.01-s clock pulse (duty cycle: 50%) 0.1-s clock pulse (duty cycle: 50%) 1.0-s clock pulse (duty cycle: 50%)

Visual KV Series Only

Special relays and arithmetic operation flags

Function

Remains OFF during first scan after startup. Remains ON during first scan after startup. Turns ON when result of arithmetic operation is negative or when an overflow is generated. Turns ON when result of arithmetic operation is 0. Turns ON when result of arithmetic operation is positive. Turns ON when an arithmetic operation generates an error.

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2011* 2012*

* Read-only relay.

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Special utility relays for high-speed counter (0)

Relay No. 2100* 2101* 2102* 2103 2104 2105 2106 2107 2108 2109 2110 2111 2112 2113 2114 Function Internal clock used only for CTH0 (1 s) Internal clock used only for CTH0 (10 s) Internal clock used only for CTH0 (100 s) Automatic clear of CTH0 when comparator CTC0 turns ON. Prohibits/permits direct output to 0500 when comparator CTC0 turns ON. Direct output to 0500 is set to OFF when comparator CTC0 turns ON. Direct output to 0500 is set to ON when comparator CTC0 turns ON. ON/OFF status of output to 0500 is reversed each time comparator CTC0 turns ON. Prohibits/permits direct output to 0500 when comparator CTC1 turns ON. Direct output to 0500 is set to OFF when comparator CTC1 turns ON. Direct output to 0500 is set to ON when comparator CTC1 turns ON. ON/OFF status of output to 0500 is reversed each time comparator CTC1 turns ON. Automatic clear of CTH0 when comparator CTC1 turns ON. Selects multiplication mode for comparator CTH0. OFF ON OFF ON OFF: 1 pulse OFF: x2 ON: x4 ON: 2 pulses ON: Cleared OFF: Not cleared ON: Prohibited OFF: Permitted ON: Set to OFF OFF: Not set to OFF ON: Set to ON OFF: Not set to ON ON: Reversed OFF: Not reversed ON: Prohibited OFF: Permitted ON: Set to OFF OFF: Not set to OFF ON: Set to ON FF: Not set to ON ON: Reversed OFF: Not reversed ON: Cleared OFF: Not cleared

* Read-only relay.

Multiplication mode 2113 2114

1 pulse OFF OFF

x2 ON OFF

x4 OFF ON

2 pulses ON ON

Note: Never use special utility relays that are not shown above.

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Special utility relays for high-speed counter (1)

Relay No. 2200* 2201* 2202* Function Internal clock used only for CTH1 (1 s) Internal clock used only for CTH1 (10 s) ON: Cleared OFF: Not cleared ON: Prohibited OFF: Permitted ON: Set to OFF OFF: Not set to OFF ON: Set to ON OFF: Not set to ON ON: Reversed OFF: Not reversed ON: Prohibited OFF: Permitted ON: Set to OFF OFF: Not set to OFF ON: Set to ON OFF: Not set to ON ON: Reversed OFF: Not reversed ON: Cleared OFF: Not cleared

Internal clock used only for CTH1 (100 s) Automatic clear of CTH1 when comparator CTC2 2203 turns ON. Prohibits/permits direct output to 0501 when 2204 comparator CTC2 turns ON. Direct output to 0501 is set to OFF when comparator 2205 CTC2 turns ON. Direct output to 0501 is set to ON when comparator 2206 CTC2 turns ON. ON/OFF status of output to 0501 is reversed each 2207 time comparator CTC2 turns ON. Prohibits/permits direct output to 0501 when 2208 comparator CTC3 turns ON. Direct output to 0501 is set to OFF when comparator 2209 CTC3 turns ON. Direct output to 0501 is set to ON when comparator 2210 CTC3 turns ON. ON/OFF status of output to 0501 is reversed each 2211 time comparator CTC3 turns ON. Automatic clear of CTH1 when comparator CTC3 2212 turns ON. Selects multiplication mode for comparator CTH1. 2213 OFF ON OFF ON 2214 OFF: 1 pulse OFF: x2 ON: x4 ON: 2 pulses * Read-only relay.

Multiplication mode 2213 2214

1 pulse OFF OFF

x2 ON OFF

x4 OFF ON

2 pulses ON ON

Note: Never use special utility relays that are not shown above.

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Other special utility relays

Relay No. 2300 2301 2303 2304 2305 2306 2307 2308 2309 2310 2314 2315 Function External outputs disabled (outputs 0500 to 0915) External refresh inputs disabled (inputs 0000 to 0415) Constant scan time mode (write preset value in TM29) Remains ON for one scan when scan time exceeds preset constant scan time. Start flag for frequency counter operation. Specified frequency pulse output ON: Disabled OFF: Not disabled ON: Disabled OFF: Not disabled ON: Enabled OFF: Disabled

ON: Enabled OFF: Disabled

Error flag for specified frequency pulse output Stops motor driver when turned ON. Turns ON when motor driver is in operation. Stops motor driver in emergencies when turned OFF by interrupt instruction. Starts motor driver when turned ON (detection at rising edge). Start flag for cam switch operation. Turns ON when an error occurs in cam switch operation.

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Relay No. 2400 2401 2402 2403 2404 2405 2406 2407 2408 Timing of CTH0 external signal
OFF OFF External preset not used OFF ON At falling edge ON OFF At rising edge ON ON Level

Function

Interrupt polarity of INT

OFF OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON OFF At rising edge ON ON At both edges

Interrupt polarity of INT1

OFF OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON OFF At rising edge ON ON At both edges

CTH0 set as ring counter ON: Set OFF: Not set Ignore phase B input when CTH0 is set to no multiplication mode. ON: Ignore phase B input and always count up. OFF: Use phase B input as usual. Timing of CTH1 external preset
OFF OFF External preset not used OFF ON At falling edge ON OFF At rising edge ON ON Level

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2409 2410 2411 2412 2413 2414 2415

Interrupt polarity of INT2

OFF OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON OFF At rising edge ON ON At both edges

Interrupt polarity of INT3

OFF OFF At rising edge OFF ON At falling edge ON OFF At rising edge ON ON At both edges

CTH1 set as ring counter ON: Set OFF: Not set Ignore phase B input when CTH1 is set to no multiplication mode. ON: Ignore phase B input and always count up. OFF: Use phase B as usual. Customized switch [F1] on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Customized switch [F2] on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Customized switch [F3] on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Customized switch [F4] on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Customized indicator lamp 1 on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Customized indicator lamp 2 on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Customized indicator lamp 3 on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Customized indicator lamp 4 on KV-D20 operator interface panel is assigned. Permits change between operator OFF: Not mode and device mode of KV-D20 ON: Permitted permitted operator interface panel . Permits the KV-D20 operator interface OFF: Not panel to be shifted between operator ON: Permitted permitted mode and system mode. Specifies the display language for the ON: Japanese OFF: English KV-D20 operator interface panel Sets the beep for the KV-D20 operator ON: Use beep OFF: No beep interface panel Reserved for system Reserved for system Displays a user message (contents of ON: Display OFF: Do not DM1950) in the Access Window message display message

2500 2501 2502 2503 2504 2505 2506 2507 2508

2509 2510 2511 2512 2513 2515

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Relay No. 2609 2610 2611 2612 2613 Function Input time constant of input expansion unit with relay Nos. 0100 to 0115 Input time constant of input expansion unit with relay Nos. 0200 to 0215 Input time constant of input expansion unit with relay Nos. 0300 to 0315 Input time constant of input expansion unit with relay Nos. 0400 to 0415 Clearing of input at expansion disconnect

OFF: 10 ms ON: 10 s OFF: 10 ms ON: 10 s OFF: 10 ms ON: 10 s OFF: 10 ms ON: 10 s OFF: Cleared ON: Not cleared
This area is stored even when the operation mode is changed from PROGRAM to RUN, or when the power is turned off (without being affected by the MEMSW instruction). This area is not cleared even if the utility relay All Clear function is activated. However, this area is cleared when an All Clear is executed without registering a program.

2712

Disconnect error OFF: Normal ON: Disconnection in connected unit

2714

Use of high-speed input correction circuit ON: Used OFF: Not used

2715

ON while cam switch is in operation.

2800 2801 2802 2803 2804 2805 2806 2807 2808 2809 2812

Break signal send to communication port A (remains ON while sending). Receives text data from communication port A, and remains ON during only 1 scan while receiving text data. Communication port A text data acceptance error. Remains ON during only 1 scan ON when text data is received while either relay 2801 or relay 2803 is ON. Communication port A text data receive error Remains ON during only 1 scan when a text data receive error occurs. Communication port A text data send start (remains ON during sending.) Break signal send to communication port B (remains ON while sending). Receives communication port B text data, and remains ON during only 1 scan while receiving text data. Communication port B text data acceptance error. Remains ON during only 1 scan ON when text data is being received while relay 2806 or relay 2808 is ON. Communication port B text data receive error Remains ON during only 1 scan when a text data receive error occurs. Communication port B text data send start (remains ON during sending.) Turns ON when an abnormality occurs with backup battery. Sets input time constant to all inputs in basic module (except inputs used by HSP instruction). OFF: Sets input time constant to 10 ms. ON: Refers to value stored in DM1940, then determines input time constant.

2813

2814 HKEY instruction: Multiple keys are prohibited. 2815 HKEY instruction: Scan is finished. 2900 to 2915 HKEY information storage area.

Note: Never use special utility relays that are not shown above.

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D-5

Memory switches
bit0 Cancels error when power is ON. 1: Retains 0: Clears them and starts operation.

bit1

Cancels error message "MEMORY ERASED" when 1: Memory error value in data memory/counter or latch setting is erased. 0: Clears error and continues operation. Uses latch function of internal utility relays 1000 through 1915. Uses latch function of internal utility relays 3000 through 3915. Uses latch function of internal utility relays 4000 through 4915. Uses latch function of internal utility relays 5000 through 5915. Uses latch function of internal utility relays 6000 through 6915. Clears DM0000 to DM0999 at power-on. 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Clears 1: Clears 1: 24-bit 1: 24-bit 1: Clears 1: Yes 1: Yes 0: No 0: No 0: No 0: No 0: No 0: Retains 0: Retains 0: 16-bit 0: 16-bit 0: Retains 0: No 0: No

bit2 bit3 bit4 bit5 bit6 bit9

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bit10 Clears DM1000 to DM1899 at power-on. bit11 Switches between 24- and 16-bit comparators for CTH0. bit12 Switches between 24- and 16-bit comparators for CTH1. bit13 Clears values of counter, CTH, and CTC. bit14 Write-protects program in KV PLC. bit15 Read-protects program in KV PLC.

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Special memory list

s Temporary memory
TM00 TM01 TM02 to TM27 TM28 TM29 TM30 TM31 Used for arithmetic operations (DIV/MUL) Used for arithmetic operations (DIV) Can be used by user Stores scan time beyond set value while constant scan time operation is performed. Stores set value of constant scan time operation Stores CTC0 value when INT3 interruption is given. Stores measured scan time (mean value of every 10 scans). Attribute: R/W Attribute: R/W Attribute: R/W Attribute: R Attribute: R/W Attribute: R Attribute: R

Attribute R: Read, W: Write s Communication data memory

DM1000 to DM1099 DM1100 to DM1199 DM1200 to DM1299 DM1300 to DM1399 Stores received text (PORT A) Stores text to be transmitted (PORT A) Stores received text (PORT B) Stores text to be transmitted (PORT B)

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s Data memories for motor drive
Setting contents DM1480 DM1481 Ramp up-and-down control startup frequency (Hz) Ramp up-and-down control operating frequency (Hz) Setting range 200 to 50000 200 to 50000 (value larger than startup frequency) 0 to 4000 0 to 65535 (2 or more when DM1485 is 0) 0 to 65535 When an error occurs, a corresponding error code 11 to 17 is stored.

DM1482 DM1484

Ramp up-and-down control acceleration/deceleration time (ms) Number of output pulses (lower 16 bits)

DM1485 DM1486

Number of output pulses (upper 16 bits) Set value error code

Frequency (Hz)

DM1481 (operation)

DM1480 (startup)

DM1485 X #65536 + DM1484 (output pulses)

DM1482 (acceleration time)

DM1482 Time (ms) (deceleration time)

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Appendix E
E-1

Devices for KV-10R(W)/T(W) to 80R(W)/T(W), KV-300

s Special relays and arithmetic flags
Relay No. 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 Function Undefined Undefined Always ON Always OFF 0.01 s clock pulse (duty cycle: 50%) 0.1 s clock pulse (duty cycle: 50%) 1.0 s clock pulse (duty cycle: 50%) OFF for first scan time at startup ON for first scan time at startup ON when result of arithmetic operation is negative or an overflow is generated. ON when result of arithmetic operation is 0. ON when result of arithmetic operation is positive. ON when arithmetic operation generates an error.

Special utility relays

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s Utility relays for high-speed counter (0)

Relay No. 2100 2101 2102 2103 2104 2105 2106 2107 Function Internal clock (0.8 s/1 s in KV-300) used only for CTH0 Internal clock (6.4 s/10 s in KV-300) used only for CTH0 Internal clock (102.4 s/100 s in KV-300) used only for CTH0 When comparator CTC0 is ON, clear CTC0 automatically. Direct output to 0500. Turns OFF output to 0500. Turns ON output to 0500. 1: Disabled 0: Enabled 1: Yes 1: Yes 0: No 0: No 0: No 1: Yes 0: No. Level of direct output to 0500 by comparator CTC0 (either one is ON) Level of direct output to 0500 by comparator CTC1 (either one is ON) 1: Yes 0: No 1: x4 0: x2 1: Yes 0: No

Reverses (toggles) output to 0500. 1: Yes

2108 2109 2110 2111

Direct output to 0500. Turns OFF output to 0500. Turns ON output to 0500.

1: Disabled 0: Enabled 1: Yes 1: Yes 0: No 0: No 0: No

Reverses (toggles) output to 0500. 1: Yes

*2112 *2113 *2114 *2115

When comparator CTC1 is ON, clears CTC0 automatically. 1: Yes 0: No. Uses CTH0 in multiply mode. Selects multiply mode for CTH0. Enables external reset of CTH0.

* Valid with the KV-300 only. s Utility relays for high-speed counter (1)
Relay No. 2200 2201 2202 2203 2204 2205 Function Internal clock (0.8 s/1 s in KV-300) used only for CTH1 Internal clock (6.4 s/10 s in KV-300) used only for CTH1 Internal clock (102.4 s/100 s in KV-300) used only for CTH1 When comparator CTC2 is ON, clears CTC1 automatically. 1: Yes 0: No Direct output to 0501 by comparator CTC2. Level of direct output to 0501 by comparator CTC2. 1: Yes 0: No 1: ON 0: OFF

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Relay No. 2206 *2207 *2208 *2209 *2210 *2211 Function Selects edge of INT3. Direct output to 0501. Turns OFF output to 0501. Turns ON output to 0501. 0: Rising edge 1: Falling edge 1: ON 0: OFF Level of direct output to 0501 by comparator CTC3 (either one is ON) 1: Yes 0: No 1: x4 0: x2 1: Yes 0: No Reverses (toggles) output to 0501 by comparator 0501. 1: Disabled 0: Enabled 1: Yes 1: Yes 0: No 0: No 0: No

Reverses (toggles) output to 0501. 1: Yes

*2212 *2213 *2214 *2215

When comparator CTC3 is ON, clears CTC1 automatically. 1: Yes 0: No Uses CTH1 in multiply mode. Selects multiply mode for CTH1. Enables external reset of CTH1.

* Valid with the KV-300 only. s Other special utility relays

Relay No. *2300 *2301 *2302 *2304 *2305 Function Disables output to all relays (500 to 515, 7000 to 17915). Disables input to all relays. Constant scan time mode (preset value in TM29). 1: Yes 0: No 1: Yes 0: No 1: Valid 2: Invalid

Stops execution of user program (Does not stop interrupts.). 1: Stop 0: Run Remains ON only for first scan when constant scan time is exceeded. Forced reset (Initializes DM/TM/TMR/C utility relays by MEMSW except high-speed counters.). 1: Yes 0: No Turns ON when remote is disconnected, and is cleared when operation is started. (Refer to DM9500 to DM9517.) Stops X-axis motor driver. Remains ON while X-axis motor driver is operating or in emergency stop status. Starts operation of X-axis motor driver (by detecting rising edge). Stops Y-axis motor driver. Remains ON while Y-axis motor driver is operating or in emergency stop status. Starts operation of Y-axis motor driver (by detecting rising edge). Converts ASCII character string into BIN (32 bits) (by detecting rising edge). Converts BIN (32 bits) into ASCII character string (by detecting rising edge). Used to convert extended ladder into standard ladder. Sends break signal (during ON). Text data receive relay. Remains ON for one scan when text data is received. Text data overflow. Remains ON for one scan when text data is not correctly received. Text data communication error. Remains ON for one scan when a text data communication error occurs. Starts transmission of text data. Remains ON during transmission. Power supply error Sets input time constant for 0108 to 0215 (KV-80) to 25 s. Disables any other key input during HKEY instruction. Terminates scan in HKEY instruction. Stores key information on HKEY instruction. 1: Yes 0: No Sets input time constant for 0000 to 0009 (KV-300) to 10 s. 1: Yes 0: No

*2306 *2308 *2309 *2310 *2311 *2312 *2313 *2314 *2315 2600 to 2608 *2803 2804 2805 2806 *2807 *2812 *2813 2814 2815 2900 to 2915

* Valid with the KV-300 only.

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E-2

Memory switches
bit0 Manipulates all error flags when power is ON. 1: Retains 0: Clears them and starts operation. 1: Memory error 0: Clears error and continues operation. 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes 0: No 0: No 0: No 0: No 0: No

bit1

Performs process when RAM is cleared.

bit2 bit3 bit4 bit5 bit6 bit7 bit8

Retains utility relays 1000 to 1915. Retains utility relays 3000 to 3915. Retains utility relays 4000 to 4915. Retains utility relays 5000 to 5915. Retains utility relays 6000 to 6915. Unused (KV-300: Used as relays 2009 to 2011 by MPS instruction). Unused Unused (KV-300: Processes DM0000 to DM4999 when operation is started.)

1: Without MPS 0: With MPS 1: Clears 1: Clears 1: Clears 0: Retains 0: Retains 0: Retains

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bit9

bit10 Unused (KV-300: Processes DM5000 to DM8999 when operation is started.) bit11 Processes DM when operation is started. (KV-300: Processes DM9000 to DM9999 when operation is started.) bit12 Resets counter when operation is started. bit13 Resets high-speed counter when operation is started. bit14 Write-protects program in KV PLC. bit15 Read-protects program in KV PLC.

1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes 1: Yes

0: No 0: No 0: No 0: No

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Special memory list

s Temporary memory
TM00 TM01 TM29 TM30 TM31 Stores higher-order 16 bits of product (MUL instruction), dividend and quotient (DIV instruction). Stores remainder (DIV instruction). Not used. Stores CTH1 current value transferred as soon as INT3 is executed (read only). Stores current scan time in unit of 0.1 ms (read only).

s Data memory for communication

DM0700 to DM0799 DM9200 to DM9299 DM9300 to DM9399 Receives text [valid in KV-10R(W)/T(W)/16R(W)/T(W)/24R(W)/T(W)/ 40R(W)/T(W)/80R(W)/T(W) only]. Receives text (valid in KV-300 only). Receives text (valid in KV-300 only).

s Memory for A/D units and D/A units (valid in the KV-300 only)
DM9000 to DN9029 Stores A/D or D/A unit data (for up to 5 units).

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s I/O module error information (valid in the KV-300 only)
DM9500 DM9501 DM9507 to DM9517 Slot number in which the error occurred Channel number within slot in which the error occurred I/O module connection information map

s Data memory for motor drive (valid in the KV-300 only)

Set item DM9407 DM9408 DM9409 DM9410 DM9411 DM9412 DM9413 DM9414 DM9415 DM9416 DM9417 Preset value error code X-axis startup frequency (Hz) X-axis operation frequency (Hz) X-axis acceleration/deceleration time (ms) X-axis output pulses (higher-order 16 bits) X-axis output pulses (lower-order 16 bits) Y-axis startup frequency (Hz) Y-axis operation frequency (Hz) Y-axis acceleration/deceleration time (ms) Y-axis output pulses (higher-order 16 bits) Y-axis output pulses (lower-order 16 bits) Allowable setting range 11 to 7 153 to 50000 153 to 50000 0 to 4096 0 to 65535 2 to 65535 153 to 50000 0 to 4096 0 to 65535 2 to 65535

Frequency (Hz)

DM1481 (operation)

DM1480 (startup)

DM1485 X #65536 + DM1484 (output pulses)

DM1482 (acceleration time)

DM1482 Time (ms) (deceleration time)

s Data memory to convert ASCII character string into BIN value (32 bits)
DM9600 DM9601 First DM number that stores ASCII code First DM number to which converted BIN value is written

s Data memory to convert BIN value (32 bits) into ASCII character string
DM9602 DM9603 First DM number to which converted ASCII code is written First DM number that stores BIN value

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Appendix F

Sample Program List

This appendix describes sample ladder programs installed by default. Sample programs are saved in "\LBK\SAMPLE".

F-1

Description of sample ladder programs

s Samp01.ldr Sequential turning ON of relays Applicable models : All KV Series models (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : When the power switch is turned on, indicators are turned ON one by one. s Samp02.ldr Automatic flashing of indicators Applicable models : All KV Series models (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : When the program is executed, indicators automatically flash. The flash speed can be set using an analog trimmer built into the KV unit. s Samp03.ldr Perfect emergency stop circuit Applicable models : All KV Series models (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : Offers an emergency stop circuit using MC and MCR instructions. s Samp04.ldr Calculation of analog input mean value in KV-AD4 Applicable models : KV Series (except KV-300) and KV-AD4 (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : Obtains the mean value of analog input values received by the KV-AD4. s Samp05.ldr Controlling cylinder Applicable models : All KV Series (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : The cylinder starts moving when the work piece arrives. It returns when it reaches to the end of stroke. s Samp06.ldr Direct clock pulse Applicable models : All KV Series (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : The basic usage of high-speed counters. s Samp07.ldr Ramp-up/down program Applicable models : All KV Series (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : The program is used to control the stepper motor motion and position. The motor slowly starts rotating and maintains when it reaches at the specified frequency. It stops gradually in a specified duration. s Samp08.ldr High-speed input Applicable models : All KV Series (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : Using HSP instruction, a fast input signal can be detected stably and retained until reset.

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s Samp09.ldr Various timer circuits Applicable models : All KV Series (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : Three typical timer circuits are shown: On-delay, Off-delay and One-shot timers. s Samp10.ldr One-shot timer with adjustable set value by using Analog timer Applicable models : All KV Series (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : The set value of this one-shot timer can be adjusted using Analog timer on the KV PLC. s Samp11.ldr Setting value for internal counter by using BCD digital switch Applicable models : All KV Series (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : The set value of counter can be changed using external BCD digital switch. s Samp12.ldr Positioning control in KV-300 CPU (with return to home function) Applicable models : KV-300 Description : Performs trapezoid control and return to home using the positioning control function built into the KV-300 CPU unit. s Samp13.ldr Direct memory sharing between KV-L2 units Applicable models : KV-300 and KV-L2 Description : Sets one KV-L2 as the parent station (no-procedure protocol mode), sets the other KV-L2 as the child station (KV mode), and reflects values of DMs changed in the parent station on the child station. s Samp14.ldr Convenient instruction to measure a pulse-to-pulse interval Applicable models : All KV Series models (KV-10 is used in the program.) Description : Measures a pulse-to-pulse interval using ITVL instruction.

s Samp15.ldr Calculation of analog input mean value in KV-AN6 Applicable models : KV-300 and KV-AN6 Description : Obtains the mean value of analog input values received by the KV-AN6.

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Appendix G

Quick Reference
This appendix provides a brief description of each function as well as lists of commands (menu buttons) and tool bars used to execute the functions.

G-1 Editor
s Function list and menu A brief description of functions and commands (menu buttons) used to execute the functions are given below. For detailed descriptions, refer to the corresponding reference page. Creating/reading/saving a file Creating a new ladder program Creates a new ladder program. Reading a ladder program Reads a saved ladder program. Saving a ladder program File New 2-29

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File Open

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File Save Save As Overwrites an existing ladder program or saves a new file with a new name. Reading and saving a file in another format File Other Format Saves/reads a mnemonic list. Saves/reads comments in another LDR file. Saves a ladder diagram in text format. Verifying a ladder program File File-Verify File Compares/verifies a program in the editor to/against a saved program. Entering/deleting symbols and connection lines Entering/deleting symbols Edit Symbol Input Symbol Selective Input Symbol Direct Input Delete Symbol Enters/deletes ladder symbols. Two input methods are available. In the first method, an instruction word type and an instruction word code can be specified in the instruction selection window. In the second method, an instruction word can be entered directly from the direct input window displayed when the first character of an instruction word is entered. Entering "a contacts"/"b contacts"/coils Edit Symbol Input a (N.O.) Contact Input b (N.C.) Contact Input a (N.O.) Contact OR Input b (N.C.) Contact OR Input Coil Input b (N.C.) Contact Coil Input Specifies a device, and enters an a contact/b contact/coil, or deletes an existing a contact/b contact. Changing to connection line edit mode Edit Edit Connection Line Changes to connection line edit mode in which connection lines can be entered or deleted. Changes to normal edit mode when selected again while connection line edit mode is selected. (In normal edit mode, connection lines cannot be entered or deleted.) "Edit Connection Line" can also be selected from the popup menu displayed by right clicking.

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Entering/deleting symbols and connection lines Entering/deleting connection lines Edit Symbol Input Vertical Connection Line Horizontal Connection Line Delete Vertical Connection Line Delete Horizontal Connection Line Horizontal Connection Line to End of Line Enters or deletes a connection line. This operation can be performed more quickly when the mouse or keyboard is used. Changing a device in the current position Changing a device in the current position Edit Change Device at Cursor Position Changes a device in the cursor position. Edit operations Undoing the last edit operation Cancels the last edit operation. Redoing the last canceled edit operation Performs the last canceled operation again. Inserting/deleting lines Edit Insert Empty Line Delete Line Inserts an empty line in the current cursor position, or deletes the line in the current cursor position. Entering/deleting connection lines Editing comments/labels Editing comments/label Comment Edit Comment/Label Enters/deletes/changes comments/labels from a device list. Changing the label name/comment of the current device Comment Change Label Name of Current Device Change Comment of Current Device Changes the label name or the comment of the device at the current cursor position. Editing line comments Comment Edit Line Comment Enters line comments into a program. Changing ladder lines into comments Comment Change Ladder Line into Comment Treats ladder lines as comments. Ladder lines changed into comments are ignored during conversion. Copy/move/delete Copying/moving/deleting a selected range Edit Cut Copy Paste 2-54 2-46 2-57 Edit Undo 2-45 2-43 2-44 2-45

Edit Redo

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Copies/moves/deletes a selected range. System setting System setting Edit System Settings 2-71

Sets the directory for the automatic file save function, reverse conversion error check, etc.

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Jump/find/replace Jump Edit Jump Moves the cursor to a specified line, specified step number, top of the program, bottom of the program, etc. As well the cursor can be moved by registering lines. Finding instruction words/operands Edit Find Searches for the specified instruction word/operand. Replacing operands Edit Replace Operand Replaces an existing operand with another operand by specifying the replacement width. Converting a-b contacts Edit Convert a-b (N.O.-N.C.) Contacts Converts an a contact into a b contact or a b contact into an a contact by specifying an operand. Linking screens 2-58

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Linking the upper screen and the lower screen

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Scrolls the lower screen when the upper screen is scrolled. Editing lists Editing mnemonic lists Edit Edit List 2-67

Edits a ladder diagram by the unit of circuit block using a mnemonic list. Displaying the usage status Displaying the usage status Edit Usage Information Displays the usage status of relays, timers/counters, comparators/ high-speed counters, data memory and temporary data memory. Entering and developing macros Creating macro files Creates a new macro file. Entering and developing macros Develops a macro. Compilation and error display Compilation Compile Compile 2-75 File New 2-72 2-70

File Macro Input Develop

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Compiles the ladder program into machine code. Error display Compile Show Error Displays error codes generated during compilation. Double coil check Compile Check Double Coil Checks double coil sections.

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Communicating with PLC Setting PLC communication parameters File Communication Setup Set PLC Communication Parameters Sets parameters required for communication with the PLC. Transferring, reading, and verifying programs File Monitor Compile Transfer Monitor Read Program from PLC Verify against PLC Program Transfers compiled ladder programs to the PLC, and switches to monitor mode. Reads programs transferred from the PLC. Verifies a program in the PLC against a program on the editor. Editing devices while offline File Monitor Edit Offline Device Edits devices in the PLC while off-line in monitor mode. Changing the mode Monitor File Monitor PLC Monitor Compile Transfer Monitor Changes to the monitor. Note that the monitor cannot be started up if compilation errors are present. Simulator File Simulator Changes to the simulator. If the ladder program is not yet compiled, it is compiled when the simulator is started up. Changing the display mode Setting the display mode and the change range View Display Mode Zoom In Zoom Out Show Label Show Comment Sets the display size and display status of labels/comments. Sets the range in which the display mode setting is valid. Changing colors in ladder diagrams Changing colors in ladder diagrams View Change Ladder Diagram Color Sets the color layout of ladder diagrams. Setting/changing the model Setting and changing the model File Change Models 2-17 2-82 2-19 2-139 2-136

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Sets/changes the model of the connected PLC. Printout File Print Print Preview Prints out ladder diagrams, mnemonic lists, labels/comments/ references and the device usage status. The printout range can be specified precisely. Printout and print preview Exiting from a program Exiting from a program Exits from a program. File Exit 2-132 2-131

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s Tool bar list New Open file Save file Cut Copy Paste Print Creates a new ladder program. Opens a saved ladder program. Saves (overwrites) an existing ladder program. Cuts the specified range (and copies it to the clipboard). Copies the specified range (to the clipboard). Pastes the cut or copied range (from the clipboard). Prints out ladder diagrams, mnemonic lists, etc. (Opens the printout setting dialog box.) Cancels the last edit operation. Performs the last edit operation canceled using the UNDO function again. Edits comments/labels. (Displays the comment/label edit dialog box.) Enters line comments. (Displays the line comment input dialog box.) Specifies whether to show or hide comments.

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Undo Redo

Edit Comment/ Label Edit Line Comment Show/hide comment Jump to specified line/step Find Replace Operand

Jumps to a specified line/step.

Specifies instruction words/operands to be found. Specifies operands to be replaced.

Usage Information Displays the device usage status. Edit List Compile Show Error Transfer to PLC Edits mnemonic lists. Performs compile. Displays list of errors that occurred during compilation. Transfers programs to the PLC, and changes to monitor mode. Reads programs from the PLC. Reads programs from the PLC, and changes to monitor mode. Changes to simulator mode. Sets the display size and display mode (for labels, comments, etc.). Displays the online help information.

Read from PLC PLC Monitor

Simulator Display Mode

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s Function menu list a (N.O.) Contact OR Input b (N.C.) Contact OR Input a (N.O.) Contact Input b (N.C.) Contact Input Coil Input b (N.C.) Contact Coil Input Enters an a (N.O.) contact OR in the current cursor position. Enters a b (N.C.) contact OR in the current cursor position.

Enters an a (N.O.) contact in the current cursor position.

Enters a b (N.C.) contact in the current cursor position.

Enters a coil in the current cursor position.

Vertical Draws a vertical connection line down from the current Connection Line cursor position. Delete Vertical Deletes the vertical connection line in the current cursor Connection Line position. Horizontal Draws a horizontal connection line down from the current Connection Line cursor position. Delete Horizontal Deletes the horizontal connection line in the current cursor Connection Line position.

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Enters a b (N.C.) contact coil in the current cursor position.

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s Shortcut key list q File
New Open Save Print PLC Monitor Convert Transfer Monitor Simulator

[ ] indicates the space bar.

[Ctrl] + [N] [Ctrl] + [O] [Ctrl] + [S] [Ctrl] + [P] [Ctrl] + [F1] [Ctrl] + [F8] [Ctrl] + [F2]

q Edit
Undo Redo Symbol Selective Input [Ctrl] + [Z] [Ctrl] + [Y] [Tab] [ENTER] (Mnemonic can be entered.) [ ] [BackSpace] [Delete] [F5] [Shift] + [F5] [F4] [Shift] + [F4] [F7] [Shift] + [F7] [F8], [ / ] [F9], [ ] [Ctrl] + [Tab] [Shift] + [F8] [Shift] + [F9] [Shift] + [F1] [Shift] + [UP][DOWN][LEFT][RIGHT] [Ctrl] + [X] [Ctrl] + [Delete] [Ctrl] + [C] [Ctrl] + [Insert] Ctrl] + [V] [Shift] + [Insert] [Shift] + [ENTER] [Shift] + [Delete] [Ctrl] + [K], [\] [Esc] [Ctrl] + [F3]

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Symbol Direct Input Delete Symbol

a (N.O.) Contact Input b (N.C.) Contact Input a (N.O.) Contact OR Input b (N.C.) Contact OR Input Coil Input b (N.C.) Contact Coil Input Vertical Connection Line Horizontal Connection Line Horizontal Connection Line to End of Line Delete Vertical Connection Line Delete Horizontal Connection Line Macro Input Develop Range selection Cut Copy Paste Insert Empty Line Delete Line Edit Connection Line Change Device at Cursor Position Edit List

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Jump to the top Jump to the bottom Jump to a registered line Line Registration Next Block Previous Block Find Search Search Backward Search Forward Search for OUT Backward Search for OUT Forward Replace Operand Convert a-b (N.O.-N.C.) Contacts Usage Information [Ctrl] + [Home] [Ctrl] + [End] [Ctrl] + [J] [Ctrl] + [L] [Ctrl] + [DOWN] [Ctrl] + [UP] [Home] [End] [Ctrl] + [F] [F2] [F3] [Shift] + [F2] [Shift] + [F3] [Ctrl] + [R] [Ctrl] + [E]

q Comment
Edit Comment/Label Edit Line Comment Change Ladder Line into Comment-Set Change Ladder Line into Comment-Cancel Change Label Name of Current Device Change Comment of Current Device [Ctrl] + [F7] [Ctrl] + [ENTER] [Ctrl] + [Q] [Ctrl] + [W] [Ctrl] + [B] [Ctrl] + [N]

q Compile
Compile Show Error [Ctrl] + [F9] [Ctrl] + [F10]

q View
Zoom In Zoom Out Show Label Show Comment [Ctrl] + [PageDown] [Ctrl] + [PageUp] [Ctrl] + [BackSpace] [Ctrl] + [ ]

q Help
Using Help Instruction Word [F1] [Ctrl] + [1]

q Operations in the ladder window

Close window Move between windows Move between windows (reverse direction) Move between panes [Ctrl] + [F4] [Ctrl] + [F6] [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [F6] [F6]

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[Ctrl] + [A]

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s Function list and menu A brief description of functions and commands (menu buttons) used to execute the functions are given below. For detailed descriptions, refer to the corresponding reference page. Reading/saving a window File Open Window Save Window As Reads a monitor all file. Saves the current monitor all window with a new file name (extension: kal). Reading and saving a registration monitor window File Open Window Save Window As Reads a registration monitor file. Saves the current registration monitor window with a new file name (extension: kre). Reading and saving a monitor all window Setting the simulator operation status Setting and deleting the break condition Settings Set Break Condition Edit Delete Break Condition Setting the wait time Setting the scan time Setting the watch dog timer Executing scans Settings Wait Time Settings Scan Time Settings Set Watch Dog Timer 2-98 2-130 2-100 2-100 2-92 2-93 2-102 2-103 2-104 2-111

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Executing and stopping the simulator Execute Execute Continuous Scan Execute One Scan Two execution modes are available: continuous scan and one scan. Executing steps Execute Execute Continuous Step Execute One Step Execute High-speed Step Execute Continuous Step in Reverse Execute One Step in Reverse Five execution modes are available: continuous step, one step, high-speed step, continuous step in reverse, and one step in reverse. When steps are executed, the mnemonic window is displayed. Stopping and pausing execution of step/scan Execute Stop Pause Reset Execute Reset Returns the current values to the default values according to the specification given by "MEMSW". Device all clear Execute Device All Clear DM All Clear Latching Relay All Clear Counter All Clear Sets the current value of each device to 0 (OFF). Ladder monitor Displaying a ladder monitor window File Ladder Monitor Displays the ladder diagram of the ladder program currently being simulated. In this window, the ON/OFF status of bit devices can be changed, and the attribute (bit count and radix) can be changed using the dialog bar. Registering devices to another monitor For registration, select a device to be monitored, and then drag and drop it to the registration monitor window or the monitor all window while pressing and holding the left mouse button. 2-144

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Jump and search Edit Jump in Ladder Monitor Search in Ladder Monitor Search for Device at Cursor Position in Ladder Monitor Searches for instruction words and operands, or jumps to a specified line. Monitor all Displaying a monitor all window File Monitor All Displays devices, current values, preset values, contacts, coils and comments. In this window, the ON/OFF status of bit devices can be changed, and the attribute (bit count, radix and comment type) can be changed using the dialog bar. Registering devices Devices to be displayed on the monitor all window can be registered by dragging and dropping them from a ladder diagram or by using the dialog bar. Changing current values/preset values for devices Using the dialog bar, current values can be specified and written to devices. Currently saved values/preset values can be changed. Resetting devices Edit Reset Device in Monitor All/Registration Monitor Returns the currently selected device to the default value. Registration monitor Displaying a registration monitor window File Registration Monitor Displays current values, comments and timing charts for the registered devices. In this window, the ON/OFF status of bit devices can be changed, and the attribute (bit count, radix and comment type) can be changed using the dialog bar. Registering devices Devices to be displayed on the registration monitor window can be registered by dragging and dropping them from a ladder diagram or by using the dialog bar. Setting the number of scales for timing charts Settings Set No. of Scales for Timing Chart Allows you to set the number of scans/steps (= number of scales) to be displayed on timing charts. Copying and deleting the device attribute Edit Copy Device Attribute in Registration Monitor Delete Device in Registration Monitor Copies the attribute (bit count, radix and comment type) set for the currently selected device to another device, or deletes the device. Sorting devices Edit Sort Devices in Registration Monitor Sorts (arranges) devices in order. Resetting devices Edit Reset Device in Monitor All/Registration Monitor Returns the selected devices to their default values. Timing chart Timing charts for the registered devices are displayed while scans or steps are executed (only when "Comment" on the dialog bar is set to "No"). Mnemonic list window When steps are executed, a mnemonic list window is displayed to indicate the mnemonic line currently being executed. Changing the current value/preset value/attribute (dialog bar) Change device types, device numbers, current values, preset values, etc. using the dialog bar, or register new devices to each monitor. Set the bit count, radix and comment display method. 2-96 2-101 2-119 2-109 2-105 2-106 2-107

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Changing the mode Editor File Editor 2-87

Changes to editor mode. Clearing devices and selecting the editor File Clear Device and Go to Editor Clears devices, and then changes to the editor. Printout Printing the registration monitor File Print Prints out the contents currently displayed on the registration monitor.

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s Tool bar list Clear Device Clears device values, and returns to the editor. and Go to Editor Editor Show Ladder Monitor Always at Bottom Returns to the editor without clearing device values. Always shows the ladder monitor window at the bottom when two or more windows are displayed. This function is convenient when registering devices from the ladder monitor to the monitor all or the registration monitor. Displays a ladder monitor window. Displays a new registration monitor window.

Ladder Monitor Registration Monitor Monitor All Open Window Save Window

Displays a new monitor all window. Reads a saved monitor all file or registration monitor file. Saves a monitor all file or registration monitor file with a new name.

Execute Executes steps continuously in the reverse direction Continuous Step (continuous undo). in Reverse Execute One Step in Reverse Execute One Step Executes one step in the reverse direction (undo).

Executes one step.

Execute Executes steps continuously. Continuous Step Execute Executes steps at a high speed. High-speed Step Pause Stop Execute Scan Temporarily stops all operations. Stops all operations. Executes one scan.

Execute Executes scans continuously. Continuous Scan

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Break Condition Registers the break condition, and displays the break condition window. Sets the wait time. Sets the number of scales (one scale = one scan or one instruction) shown on timing charts displayed on the registration monitor. Returns current values to their default values. Stops operations if operations have been performed. Displays the online help.

Wait Time No. of Scales for Timing Chart

Reset

Using Help

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s Shortcut key list q File
Editor Clear Device and Go to Editor [Ctrl] + [F1] [Ctrl] + [F2]

[ ] indicates the space bar.

q Edit
Search Ladder Monitor Search Backward Search Forward Search for OUT Backward Search for OUT Forward [Ctrl] + [F] [F2] [F3] [Shift] + [F2] [Shift] + [F3]

q Execution
Execute Continuous Scan Execute One Scan Execute Continuous Step Execute One Step Execute High-speed Step Execute Continuous Step in Reverse Execute One Step in Reverse Pause Stop Reset [F5] [F9] [Shift] + [F8] [F8] [Shift] + [F9] [Shift] + [F7] [F7] [F4] [Shift] + [F5] [F10]

q View
Enlarge Display Reduce Display [Ctrl] + [PageDown] [Ctrl] + [PageUp]

q Help
Using Help Instruction Word [F1] [Ctrl] + [1]

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q Operations in the ladder monitor
Move between panes Move cursor Move cursor by unit of block Move cursor to the beginning of line Move cursor to the end of line Reverse bit devices Read values to dialog bar Switch numbering system (decimal hexadecimal) [F5] [LEFT][RIGHT][DOWN][UP] [Ctrl] + [DOWN][UP] [Home] [End] [ ] [ENTER] [Ctrl]+[E]

q Operations in the registration monitor

Move cursor Move vertical cursor on timing chart [DOWN][UP] [LEFT][RIGHT] [Tab] [ ] [ENTER] [Delete]

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Changes over selection of vertical cursor on timing chart Reverse bit devices Reads values to dialog bar Delete devices

q Operations in the monitor all

Move cursor Move bit cursor (only for binary 16-bit bit devices) Reverse bit devices Reads values to dialog bar [DOWN][UP] [LEFT][RIGHT] [ ] [ENTER]

q Operations on the mnemonic window

Move cursor Sets/cancels break point [DOWN][UP] [ ]

q Operations on the break condition window

Move cursor Change/register break condition Delete break condition [DOWN][UP] [ENTER] [Delete]

q Other operations common to all the windows

Close window Move between windows Move between windows (reverse direction) [Ctrl] + [F4] [Ctrl] + [F6] [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [F6]

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G-3 Monitor
s Function list and menu A brief description of functions available in the monitor are given below. For detailed descriptions, refer to the corresponding reference page. Reading/saving a window File Open Window Save Window As Reads a monitor all file. Saves the current monitor all window -with a new file name (extension: kal). Reading and saving a registration monitor window File Open Window Save Window As Reads a registration monitor file. Saves the current registration monitor window with a new file name (extension: kre). Reading and saving change all File Open Window Save Window As Saves the device setting read from the PLC with a new file name, or reads the saved device setting (extension: kdv). Reading and saving a monitor all window Setting communication parameters Setting serial ports Settings Serial Port Sets the COM port and baud rate (communication speed). Setting the machine number (KV-300 Series only) PLC operation mode Setting the PLC operation mode Selects the operation mode of the PLC. Starting and stopping the monitor Starting the monitor Monitor Start Monitor When the monitor is started, the operation status of the program transferred to the PLC is displayed on the ladder monitor window, the registration monitor window and the monitor all window in real-time. Stopping the monitor Monitor Stop Monitor Stops the monitor. Disabling input refresh/output Disabling the input refresh Monitor Disable Input Refresh Disables reading of input relays (input refresh) in the PLC. * This setting is available in the KV-300 and Visual KV Series only. Disabling the output Monitor Disable Output Disables update of the output status. * This setting is available in the KV-300 and Visual KV Series only. 2-149 2-145 Execute RUN STOP 2-147 2-136 2-137 2-111

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Initializing devices Device all clear Settings Device All Clear DM All Clear Latching Relay All Clear Counter All Clear Sets the current value of each device to 0 (OFF). Ladder monitor Displaying a ladder monitor window File Ladder Monitor Displays the ladder diagram of the ladder program currently being simulated. In this window, the ON/OFF status of bit devices can be changed, and the attribute (bit count and radix) can be changed using the dialog bar. Registering devices to another monitor For registration, select a device to be monitored, and then drag and drop it to the registration monitor window or the monitor all window while pressing and holding the left mouse button. Jump and search Edit Jump in Ladder Monitor Search Ladder Monitor Search for Device at Cursor Position in Ladder Monitor Searches for instruction words and operands, or jumps to a specified line. Monitor all Displaying a monitor all window File Monitor All Displays devices, current values, preset values, contacts, coils and comments. In this window, the ON/OFF status of bit devices can be changed, and the attribute (bit count, radix and comment type) can be changed using the dialog bar. Registering devices Devices to be displayed on the monitor all window can be registered by dragging and dropping them from a ladder diagram or by using the dialog bar. Changing current values/preset values of devices Using the dialog bar, current values can be specified and written to devices. Currently saved values/preset values can be changed. Registration monitor Displaying a registration monitor window File Registration Monitor Displays current values, comments and timing charts for the registered devices. In this window, the ON/OFF status of bit devices can be changed, and the attribute (bit count, radix and comment type) can be changed using the dialog bar. Registering devices Devices to be displayed on the registration monitor window can be registered by dragging and dropping them from a ladder diagram or by using the dialog bar. 2-119 2-109 2-144 2-154

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Setting the number of scales for timing charts Settings Set No. of Scales for Timing Chart Allows you to set the number of scales to be displayed on timing charts. Copying and deleting the device attribute Edit Copy Device Attribute in Registration Monitor Delete Device in Registration Monitor Copies the attribute (bit count, radix and comment type) set in the currently selected device to another device, or deletes the device. Sorting devices Edit Sort Devices in Registration Monitor Sorts (arranges) devices in order. Timing chart Timing charts for the registered devices are displayed while scans or steps are executed (only when "Comment" on the dialog bar is set to "No"). Changing the current value/preset value/attribute (dialog bar) Change device types, device numbers, current values, preset values, etc. using the dialog bar, or register new devices to each monitor. Set the bit count, radix and comment display method. Changing the current values all at once Changing the current values all at once File Change All Reads devices in the specified range from the PLC, changes the current values on an on-line basis, and then writes the changed current values to the PLC. Changing the mode Editor File Editor Terminates communication with the PLC, and changes to editor mode. Printout Printing out the registration monitor File Print Prints out the contents currently displayed on the registration monitor. 2-132 2-142 2-150 2-96

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s Tool bar list Editor Show Ladder Monitor Always at Bottom Exits from the monitor, and returns to the editor. Always shows the ladder monitor window at the bottom when two or more windows are displayed. This function is convenient when performing operations on another window. Displays a ladder monitor window. Displays a registration monitor window.

Ladder Monitor Registration Monitor Monitor All

Displays a monitor all window. Specifies the range of current values of devices to be changed, and then changes them all at once. Opens a monitor all file or registration monitor file. Saves a monitor all file or registration monitor file with a new name. Stops the monitor.

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Change All

Open Window Save Window

Stop Monitor (red) Start Monitor (green) Run Stop No. of Scales for Timing Chart Using Help

Starts the monitor.

Sets the PLC to RUN mode. Sets the PLC to STOP Mode. Sets the number of scales for timing charts.

Displays the on-line help.

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s Shortcut key list q File
Editor

[ ] indicates the space bar.

[Ctrl] + [F1]

q Edit
Search in Ladder Monitor Search Backward Search Forward Search for OUT Backward Search for OUT Forward [Ctrl] + [F] [F2] [F3] [Shift] + [F2] [Shift] + [F3]

q PLC mode
RUN STOP [Shift] + [F7] [Shift] + [F6]

q Monitor
Start Monitor Stop Monitor [F4] [F3]

q View
Enlarge Display Reduce Display [Ctrl] + [PageDown] [Ctrl] + [PageUp]

q Help
Using Help Instruction Word [F1] [Ctrl] + [1]

q Operations in the ladder monitor

Move between panes Move cursor Move cursor by unit of block Move cursor to the beginning of line Move cursor to the end of line Reverse bit devices Read values to dialog bar Switch numbering system (decimal hexadecimal)
v v

[F6] [LEFT][RIGHT][DOWN][UP] [Ctrl] + [DOWN][UP] [Home] [End] [ ] [ENTER] [Ctrl]+[E]

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q Operations in the registration monitor
Move cursor Move vertical cursor on timing chart Reverse bit devices Reads values to dialog bar Delete devices [UP][DOWN] [LEFT][RIGHT] [ ] [ENTER] [Delete]

q Operations in the monitor all

Move cursor Move bit cursor (only for binary 16-bit bit devices) Reverse bit devices Reads values to dialog bar [DOWN][UP] [LEFT][RIGHT] [ ] [ENTER]

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q Other operations common to all the windows

Close window Move between windows Move between windows (reverse direction) [Ctrl] + [F4] [Ctrl] + [F6] [Ctrl] + [Shift] + [F6]

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Appendix H

Notes for Programming

This appendix describes important points and precautions for creating ladder programs.

H-1

Circuits that must be modified

The circuit shown on the left cannot be programmed. Modify it as shown on the right.
A B 0500 C E B 0500

A E A D A C E D

Output is disabled in 0500 in the circuit shown on the left. By modifying it as shown on the right, output of one scan only is disabled.
A 1000 A 1000 0500

1000

0500

1000

If the same coil is used in two positions, the latter position has the priority and the coil in the former position is ignored.
A B 0500 A B 0500

0500

The circuit shown on the left cannot be programmed. Modify it as shown on the right.
A B C 0500 B C A 0500

D E

The circuit shown on the left cannot be programmed. Modify it as shown on the right.
A B 0500 C A 0501 0501 D B 0500

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H-2

Precautions for programming

A coil output or timer/counter cannot be connected directly from a bus. When an output coil or a timer/counter is required, insert a b contact of an unused internal utility relay, a b contact of an unused special utility relay, or a special utility relay 2002 (always ON) as a dummy.
0500 0500

2002 #0010 T000 #0010 T000

A contact cannot be connected to an output line.

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Make sure that every contact/coil is located on a path from a bus to an output line. Make sure that there are no unconnected portions.
A

X
B C

0500

Make sure that illegal short-circuits are not generated in parallel connection.

X X
A B C

0500

Circuits including output coils cannot be connected in parallel.

A B C 0500

0501

However, parallel connection is enabled when each circuit in parallel connection is connected to an output line respectively.
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H-3

Programs which cannot be decompiled

When a return is included in parallel connection in a ladder program, a decompilation (reverse compilation) error is generated as shown in Fig. a below. To prevent this, change the ladder diagram to eliminate the return, or separate the parallel connection.

Fig. a

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Appendix I

List of Files Used

This appendix describes files generated when the Ladder Builder for KV is executed.

Files generated in the data directory

********.LDC ********.LDR ********.RCM ********.CM2 ********.CM3 ********.LVL ********.ERR ********.MNM ********.COD ********.KRE ********.KAL ********.KDV ********.INT ********.KEN Source file dedicated to the Ladder Builder Ladder diagram source file [usable by the KV IncrediWare (DOS)] Contact comment 1 file [usable by the KV IncrediWare (DOS)] Contact comment 2 file Contact comment 3 file Label file Error file [usable by the KV IncrediWare (DOS)] Mnemonic list file [usable by the KV IncrediWare (DOS)] Code file [usable by the KV IncrediWare (DOS)] Registration monitor information file Monitor all information file Change all information file Ladder diagram comment transfer range setting file MDI setting file

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Files generated in the working directory

These files are automatically saved, and deleted when the software is closed normally. ********.$DC ********.$CM ********.$M2 ********.$M3 ********.$M3 ********.$VL Ladder diagram source file Contact comment 1 file Contact comment 2 file Contact comment 3 file Contact comment 3 file Device label file

Note: When a file with the extension shown above is edited or deleted by any software other than the LADDER BUILDER for KV or the KV IncrediWare (DOS), it may not work correctly.

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Appendix J Countermeasures for Frequent Communication Errors

Check the following points if communication errors frequently occur while you monitor the KV Series with the LADDER BUILDER for KV. Note: Each parameter setting may vary depending on the computer. For setting details, refer to the instruction manual supplied with your computer or ask the manufacturer of the computer. q Does the Windows system allow the use of a specific communication port? Check that Windows has enabled the communication port specified with the LADDER BUILDER for KV. q Isnt a modem assigned to a specific communication port? Some personal computers may assign a modem to a communication port. If so, disconnect the modem or use another communication port. q Isnt a serial mouse assigned to a specific communication port? If you use a laptop computer with a serial mouse and replace the mouse with a communication cable to start communication, the communication port is not enabled. To solve this problem, if your computer has another available communication port, specify that port with the LADDER BUILDER for KV. If there is no available communication port, disconnect the mouse and restart the KV unit. q Isnt infrared communication specified? Some personal computers may specify infrared communication for the communication port. In this case, if your computer has another available communication port, specify that port with the LADDER BUILDER for KV. If there is no available communication port, cancel the infrared communication setting. q Isnt the Suspend function activated? If the Suspend function is activated with Windows 95, the communication will fail. Do not use the Suspend function.

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Index

Index For Visual KV Users Only

Index For Visual KV Users Only

The following is the index with some descriptions for your reference.
Purpose A Access Window, changing device value in Access Window, changing modes in Access Window, displaying directions in Access Window, displaying errors in Access Window, error display in Access Window, increasing device selection speed in Access window, part names functions of Access Window, switching the KV PLC between RUN and PROGRAM (stop) modes in Access Window, using digital trimmer in Application instructions, learning about Arithmetic instructions, learning about Device mode Selecting modes and setting/resetting key lock User messages Error messages and error status Error List Turbo function Part names and functions of the Access Window System Mode Digital Trimmer Mode Application instructions Arithmetic instructions 1-87 1-82 1-97 1-97 1-372 1-83 1-82 1-94 1-84 3-36 3-38 Title Page

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B Basic instructions, learning about C Cam switch function, setting item for Cam switch, using KV as CE marking, acquiring Command transmission between KV and personal computer Command transmission, when error occurs during Communication port, specifications of Contact comments, transmitting them to KV PLC Contacts, protecting Conventional KV series, differences with Current consumption D Data memory, functions assigned to Direct clock pulse, outline of Direct clock pulse, outputting pulses with 1:1 ON/OFF ratio using Direct clock pulse, outputting pulses with variable pulse width Direct clock pulse, setting item for E Expansion unit, checking operation of Expansion unit, connecting Expansion unit, maximum number to be connected to Expansion unit, setting its height flush with AC-type basic unit External output, disabling F Forcing input ON/OFF without switch Frequency counter function, setting item for High-speed counter, increasing measurement range of High-speed counter, measuring frequency with High-speed counter, outputting pulses using High-speed counter, reading current value of High-speed counter, resetting the value to other than "0" Input refresh disabled function Devices used with the frequency counter 24-bit high-speed counter Frequency counter function Direct Clock Pulse Output Reading the current value of the high-speed counter Preset function 3-26 3-231 3-221 3-231 3-237 3-211 3-215 Connection information for expansion units Connecting Visual KV Series expansion units Number of connectable units Expansion unit spacer Output prohibition function 1-75 1-71 1-73 1-66 3-26 Data memories Outline of direct clock pulse output ON/OFF ratio of 1:1 Variable pulse width Pulse output setting with the high-speed counter comparator 3-19 3-237 3-238 3-238 3-238 Device used for cam switch function Cam switch function Restriction on acquiring the CE marking Communication command/response list Error code list Communications Specification Contact comment save function Contact protection Compatibility with conventional KV peripheral units General specifications 3-233 3-233 (2) 3-310 3-316 3-306 3-27 1-69 (4) 1-4 Basic instructions 3-34

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Purpose High-speed counter, resetting the value to "0" High-speed counter, selecting input source for High-speed counter, specifications of High-speed counter, specifying the preset value of High-speed counter, using, as ring counter I Input time constant of basic unit, changing Input time constant of expansion unit, setting Interrupt instruction, outputting relay status independent of scan time Interrupt instructions, learning about Interrupt programs, instructions that cannot be used within Interrupt, reading current value of high-speed counter by Interrupt, setting input condition for Interrupt: when several interrupts are executed K Input time constant change function Input time constant for expansion units Direct Input/Output Interrupt instruction Instructions that cannot be used Input capture Polarity setting for interrupts by an external input Interrupt priority 3-23 1-76 3-197 3-41 3-196 3-195 3-195 3-196 Title Resetting the high-speed counter Count input method Specifications of high-speed counters Preset value of the high-speed counter comparator Ring counter function Page 3-214 3-212 3-208 3-211 3-225

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KV IncrediWare (DOS)/LADDER BUILDER for KV, using KV-P3E(01), entering instructions using KV-P3E(01), functions available with KV-P3E(01), operating M Memory card, capacity of Memory card, replacing battery of Multi-step comparator operation of DM, executing O Output, disabling output from KV P Panel mounting of KV Personal computer, receiving data from Personal computer, transmitting data from KV to Program capacity, calculation of Program capacity, learning about Programs, saving into memory card Pulse motor, driving Pulse output at desired frequency Relay Nos. assigned to basic unit Relay Nos. assigned to expansion unit Relay Nos., assigning S Saving current value of counter/DM into ROM Scan time Sensors or other devices, connecting to KV Special utility relays, change in status of, when arithmetic instruction is used Special utility relays, functions assigned to Specified frequency pulse output function, setting item for T Temporary data memory, functions assigned to Timers/counters, maximum number of

Cautions when using the previous version of ladder support software Function No. list (alphabetical order) Function Nos. list Basic programming operation

(5) 3-41 1-216 1-200

Storage capacity To replace battery Multi-step comparator mode

1-230 1-238 3-234

Output disabled function

3-26

Attaching a unit directly to a panel Receiving text data Transmitting text data Calculating the byte count used Program capacity Functions [used with KV-P3E(01)] Parameter setting procedure Specified frequency pulse output function Relay list List of relays in expansion units Assigning relay Nos.

1-66 3-318 3-319 3-4 3-4 1-230 3-255 3-228 3-5 3-6 3-8

LOAD and SAVE modes Scan time Wiring procedures for basic units Change in status of special utility relays (arithmetic flags) by arithmetic instructions Special utility relay list Device used for specified frequency pulse output

1-96 3-3 1-67 3-186 3-86 3-228

Temporary data memory Timer/Counter list

3-21 3-18

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Index For KV-300, KV-10/80 Users Only

Index For KV-300, KV-10/80 Users Only

A
A/D converter .......................... 1-312 [AN6], 1-334 [AD4] A/D conversion table ............... 1-408 [AN6], 1-357 [AD4] ADD/@ADD: Add .................................................... 3-150 AND: And .................................................................. 3-58 ANB: And Bar ............................................................ 3-58 ANDA/@ANDA: And A ............................................ 3-159 ANL: And Load .......................................................... 3-61 Application Instructions ........................... 3-36, 3-45, 3-95 Arithmetic Instructions ........................... 3-38, 3-48, 3-134 ASC/@ASC: ASCII Convert ................................... 3-183 Assignment of Data Memory ..................................... 3-19 Assignment of I/O relay numbers .............................. 3-22

F
FOR: Repeat Start .................................................. 3-125

H
High-Speed Counters .............................................. 3-276 HKEY: 16 Key Input ................................................ 3-131 HSP: High Speed ...................................................... 3-86

I
INC/@INC: Increment Memory ............................... 3-172 Indirect Addressing of Data Memory or Relay ........ 3-127 Input Relays ................................................................ 3-9 Instruction List .................................................. 3-34, 3-42 INT: Interrupt ........................................................... 3-192 Interface [RS-232C] ................................................ 3-306 Internal register ....................................................... 3-135 Internal Utility Relays ................................................ 3-11 Internal Clocks for CTH0 and CTH1 ....................... 3-278 Interrupt Instructions ............................................... 3-268 I/O distribution ........................................................ 1-187 ITVL: Interval Timer................................................. 3-117

B
Basic Instructions .................................... 3-34, 3-42, 3-56 Baud rate ....................................... 2-136, 1-247 [KV-L2] Break signal ............................................................ 3-308

Index

C
C: Counter ................................................................ 3-72 CALL: Subroutine Call ............................................. 3-122 CMP/@CMP: Compare ........................................... 3-146 COM/@COM: Complement .................................... 3-171 Commands [Serial communication] ........................ 3-310 Communications ....................................... 2-135, 3-306 CON: Connect ......................................................... 3-102 Connector wiring ...................................................... 1-72 CTC: Counter Comparator ...................................... 3-204 CTH1: 16-Bit Counters ............................................ 3-204

J
JMP: Jump .............................................................. 3-106

K
KEEP: Keep .............................................................. 3-80 KV-10/16/24/40/80 ........................... 1-167, 1-175, 1-177 KV-300 ........................................................ 1-166, 1-170 KV-AD4 .................................................................. 1-334 KV-AN6 .................................................................. 1-312 KV-B16R/B16S/C32T ............................................. 1-172 KV-C16X/C32X ...................................................... 1-171 KV-DA4 .................................................................. 1-334 KV-L2 ..................................................................... 1-240 KV-R1A/R16X/R16R/R16T/R8X/R8R/R8T . 1-173, 1-174 KV-U4/U5 .................................................... 1-168, 1-169 KV mode [KV-L2] ................................................... 1-253

D
Data Memory ............................................................. 3-19 D/A converter .......................... 1-312 [AN6], 1-334 [AD4] D/A conversion table ............... 1-408 [AN6], 1-357 [DA4] DEC/@DEC: Decrement Memory ........................... 3-172 DI: Interrupt Disabled .............................................. 3-193 DIFD: Differentiate Down .......................................... 3-78 DIFU: Differentiate Up .............................................. 3-78 Dimensions ............................................................ 1-404 DIN rail (mounting) ................................................. 1-180 Direct Clock Pulse ................................................... 3-276 Display Interface Mode [KV-L2] ............................. 1-244 DIV/@DIV: Divide ................................................... 3-150 DMX/@DMX: Demultiplexer ................................... 3-176 DW: Data Memory Write ......................................... 3-136

L
LD: Load .................................................................... 3-57 LDA/@LDA: Load A ................................................ 3-140 LDB: Load Bar ........................................................... 3-57

E
EI: Interrupt Enabled ............................................... 3-193 END: End .................................................................. 3-94 ENDH: End Hi ........................................................... 3-94 ENDS: End Stage ................................................... 3-106 Environment requirements ....................................... 1-64 EORA/@EORA: Exclusive Or A ............................. 3-164 Error code list ......................................................... 1-372 Extended Ladder Diagrams ...................................... 3-29

M
Macros ..................................................................... 2-72 MC: Master Control ................................................... 3-89 MCR: Master Control Reset ...................................... 3-89 Memory Card ......................................................... 1-230 MEMSW: Memory Switch ......................................... 3-92 Module names ........................................................ 1-175 Mounting Environment ............................................. 1-64 MPP: Pop ................................................................ 3-103 MPS: Push .............................................................. 3-103

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MPX/@MPX: Multiplexer ........................................ 3-176 MRD: Read ............................................................. 3-103 MUL/@MUL: Multiply .............................................. 3-150

System Configuration (Memory Card) .................... 1-196 System specifications [Visual KV Series] ............... 1-382 System specifications [KV-300 Series] .................. 1-392

N
NEXT: Repeat End .................................................. 3-125 Non-procedure mode [KV-L2] ................................ 1-292 NOP: No Operation ................................................... 3-94

T
TBCD/@TBCD: Transfer BCD ................................ 3-180 TBIN/@TBIN: Transfer BIN ..................................... 3-180 Temporary Memory ................................... 2-172, 2-176 Timers and Counters ........................................... 2-169 TMH: 0.01-s Timer .................................................... 3-68 TMIN: Trimmer In .................................................... 3-138 @TMIN: Trimmer Setting ........................................ 3-138 TMR: 0.1-s Timer ...................................................... 3-67 TMS: 1-ms Timer ...................................................... 3-69 Transmitting text data .............................................. 3-319 Troubleshooting ..................................................... 1-372

O
OR: Or ....................................................................... 3-60 ORA/@ORA: Or A .................................................. 3-161 ORB: Or Bar .............................................................. 3-60 ORL: Or Load ............................................................ 3-63 OUB: Out Bar ............................................................ 3-65 OUT: Out ................................................................... 3-65 Output Relays ........................................................... 3-10

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U
UDC: Up-Down Counter ............................................ 3-76

P
Peripheral equipments ........................................... 1-176 Port1/Port2 [KV-L2] ................................................ 1-245 Positionning control ................................................. 3-296 Programming examples .......................................... 3-324

W
W-DE: Wait Down Edge ............................................ 3-98 W-OFF: Wait OFF ..................................................... 3-96 W-ON: Wait ON ......................................................... 3-96 W-UE: Wait Up Edge ................................................ 3-98

R
RASC/@RASC: Reverse ASCII Convert ................ 3-183 Receiving text data .................................................. 3-318 Relay/Memory/Memory Switch Lists .................. 2-167 Relay/Memory Nos. .............................................. 2-167 Relay No. List ....................................................... 2-167 Relay Nos. and Functions ................................... 2-167 RES: Reset ............................................................... 3-66 RET: Subroutine Return .......................................... 3-122 RETI: Return Interrupt ............................................. 3-192 RLA/@RLA: Rotate Left A ...................................... 3-169 ROOT/@ROOT: Square Root ................................ 3-185 RRA/@RRA: Rotate Right ...................................... 3-169 RS-232C cable connection ..................................... 3-307 RS-232C Protocol ................................................... 3-306 RS-422A [KV-L2] .................................................... 1-248

X
@xxxx: Differentiation ............................................. 3-137

S
SBN: Subroutine Entry ............................................ 3-122 Serial Communication ............................................. 3-306 SET: Set .................................................................... 3-66 SFT: Shift .................................................................. 3-82 SLA/@SLA: Shift Left A .......................................... 3-166 Special Utility Relays ............................................... 2-174 SRA/@SRA: Shift Right A ....................................... 3-166 STA/@STA: Store A ............................................... 3-140 Station No. [KV-L2] ................................................ 1-246 STE: Step End ........................................................ 3-114 STG: Stage ............................................................. 3-106 STP: Step ................................................................ 3-114 SUB/@SUB: Subtract ............................................. 3-150 System configuration .............................................. 1-166

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Index Software/P3E (handheld programmer)

A
ACCS ..................................................................... 1-234 ALL CLEAR [FNC60] [P3E] .................................... 1-217 ALL DATA MEMORY CLEAR (DM ALL CLEAR): [FNC64] [P3E] ..................... 1-219 ALL LATCHING RELAYS RESET (L-RELAY ALL RST): [FNC65] [P3E] .................. 1-219 MULTI-MONITOR [P3E] ........................................ 1-212

O
OFFLINE EDITOR START (OFFLINE EDITOR): [FNC67] [P3E] ................................................... 1-221 OFFLINE EDITOR STOP (QUIT OFF-L EDIT): [FNC68] [P3E] ................................................... 1-221 ON/OFF MONITOR [P3E] ...................................... 1-215

B
Break signal ............................................................ 3-308

P
Printer Setting, Defining Environment Strings ... 2-77 Printing examples .................................................. 2-81 PROGRAM CAPACITY CHECK (PROGRAM SIZE): [FNC75] [P3E] ................................................... 1-229 PROGRAM SENT OR RECEIVED (COMMUNICATION): [FNC66] [P3E] ............ 1-220

C
CLEAR [P3E] ......................................................... 1-232 Comments (Relay comment, Line comment) ...... 2-46 Compile ................................................................... 2-75 Converting N.O./N.C. .............................................. 2-65 Copy, move and delete .......................................... 2-69 COUNTER CLEAR (CTR CLEAR): [FNC62] [P3E] 1-218 Customizing KV-LADDER , Defining Environment Strings .......................... 2-19 Copy, move and delete operation ......................... 2-52

Q
Quitting software .................................................... 2-16

Index

R
READ TRIMMER SETTING (TRIMMER MONITOR): [FNC73] [P3E] ................................................... 1-228 Registration of cursor position and jump to registered position .............................. 2-59 RELAY ON/OFF (FORCED SET/RESET): [FNC71] [P3E] ................................................... 1-226 Replacing relays ..................................................... 2-64 RS-232C cable connection ...................................... 2-7 RS-232C Protocol ..................................................... 2-3

D
Data Communications between KV and Personal Computer ....................................... 3-306 Display mode ......................................................... 2-19 Double coil check ................................................... 2-76

E
Edit screen .............................................................. 2-27 Entering symbols ................................................... 2-37 Environment requirements ..................................... 2-3 Error message list ................................................ 2-156

S
SCAN TIME MONITOR [P3E] ................................ 1-212 SCROLL [P3E] ....................................................... 1-202 Search ..................................................................... 2-58 Searching Program [P3E] ...................................... 1-207 Selecting display mode ......................................... 2-19 Setting print range ................................................. 2-77 Simulator Mode ...................................................... 2-84 Simulator screen .................................................... 2-86 Starting and quitting software .............................. 2-16 Starting edit mode ................................................. 2-29 Starting the Monitor Function ............................. 2-139 Starting the Simulator ............................................ 2-86 SYNTAX CHECK (PROGRAM CHECK): [FNC74] [P3E] ................................................... 1-228

H
HANDHELD PROGRAMMER CLEAR (P3E CLEAR): [FNC61] ............................................................. 1-217 Handheld Programmer KV-P3E ............................. 1-196 HIGH-SPEED COUNTER CLEAR (HIGH SPEED CTR CLR): [FNC63] [P3E] ......... 1-218

I
Installing Ladder Builder ......................................... 2-9

J
Jump ........................................................................ 2-58

T
Temporary Memory ................................................... 3-21 Time Chart Monitor .............................................. 2-157 Time Chart Viewer ..................................... 2-148, 2-167 TIMER/COUNTER SETTING CHANGE (CHG: T/C SET-V): [FNC70] [P3E] ................... 1-224 TIMER/COUNTER CURRENT VALUE CHANGE (CHG: T/C CURT-V): [FNC69] [P3E] ................ 1-222

L
Ladder Monitor ..................................................... 2-134 Ladder Simulator .................................................... 2-84 Line comment ........................................................ 2-46

M
Macros ..................................................................... 2-72 Memory Card [P3E] ................................................ 1-230 Monitor Mode ........................................................ 2-134 Monitor screen ..................................................... 2-143 MOVE CURSOR [P3E] .......................................... 1-202

W
WRITE INTO DATA MEMORY (DM WRITE): [FNC72] [P3E] ................................................... 1-227

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Installation
1. Configuration and Specifications 2. System Installation 3. Access Window 4. KV-D20 Operator Interface Panel 5. KV-10/80 Hardware 6. Handheld Programmer 7. KV-L2 Serial Interface Module 8. KV-AN6 Analog I/O Module 9. KV-AD4/DA4 Analog I/O Unit 10. Troubleshooting 11. Appendices

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Support Software
1. Introduction 2. Editor 3. Simulator 4. Monitor 5. Appendices

3
Programming
1. Programming 2. Instructions 3. Interrupts 4. High-speed Counters 5. Positioning Control 6. Interrupts, High-speed Counters, Positioning Control 7. Serial Communication 8. Programming Examples

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