Networking

Communication Functions

A simple and easy network connection is provided!
A built-in function in the controller eliminates the need for a converter and makes wiring simple.

Communication Functions
* The DeviceNet communication will be available in the near future.
Modbus/TCP

Modbus TCP/IP, a protocol that allows the controller to connect to any Ethernet network and have the ability to exchange data with the computers or devices on that network.
• Allows control devices to be integrated into an application simply.
• Works with any Modbus TCP/IP compliant software.
• Support for Modbus function codes 03, 06, 08 & 16.
• Gateway function allows RS-485 Modbus devices to communicate via Ethernet.
• Reduced labor costs in wiring and setup of a communications network.
• Physical Layer: 10 BASE-T/100 BASE-TX
• Maximum number of connection: 2

Modbus / TCP

Modbus/RTU

The data of UTAdvanced (slave units) can be displayed and saved on the DXAdvanced using
the Modbus RTU function.
Modbus / RTU

Open Network (PROFIBUS-DP, CC-Link, DeviceNet)

Embedded open networks will provide direct connection to PLC’s.
• Reads data from UTAdvanced
• Writes parameter setting value to UTAdvanced

Example:

PC-Link
Peer to Peer

The use of the ladder sequence program makes it possible to exchange analog data and status data between communication-capable UTAdvanced.
Example: A UTAdvanced in which an input error occurs sends a signal to another UTAdvanced to enable that UTAdvanced switch to MAN operation, thus shifting the whole system into a safe mode. In such a case, the safety mechanism can be built into the UTAdvanced and is not required in the host system.
Peer to Peer

Coordinated Operation

In coordinated operation, a single UTAdvanced controller is used as a master controller and multiple UTAdvanced or other UTAdvanced digital indicating controllers as slave controllers.
The slave controllers are operated in accordance with the actions of the master controller.

Coordinated Operation

PC-Link

A protocol used for communicating with a general-purpose personal computer, or UTAdvanced series link module and serial communication module of FA-M3R (range-free controller).
PC-Link