Epson G3 Series, Manual

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G3 Rev.14 v
Before Reading This Manual
This section describes what you should know before reading this manual.
Structure of Control System
The G3 series Manipulators can be used with the following combinations of Controllers and
software.
The operating methods and descriptions are different depending on which software you are
using. The following icons are put beside appropriate text as necessary. Use the
descriptions that pertain to the software you are using.
Controller
Software
Name Structure
RC180 Controller EPSON RC+ 5.0
RC700-A
Control Unit
Drive Unit
EPSON RC+ 7.0 Ver.7.1.2 or later
The motions of the manipulators such as in emergency stops vary depending on the
Controllers since they have different control methods. Details are described in the
manual.
Turning ON/OFF Controller
When you see the instruction “Turn ON/OFF the Controller” in this manual, be sure to
turn ON/OFF all the hardware components. For the Controller composition, refer to the
table above.
Shape of Motors
The shape of the motors used for the Manipulator that you are using may be different from
the shape of the motors described in this manual because of the specifications.
Setting by Using Software
This manual contains setting procedures by using software. They are marked with the
following icon.
EPSON
RC+
Figures in this Manual
The figures of manipulators indicated in this manual are basically Standard-model
Manipulator. Unless special instruction is provided, the specifications of Standard-model
and Cleanroom-model are the same.