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EtherNet/IP

 

 Specification 

Item Specification 

Communication protocol 

IEC61158 (IEEE802.3) 

Communication speed 

10BASE-T/100BASE-T (Autonegotiation setting is recommended) 

Communication cable length  Depends on EtherNet/IP Specification   

(Distance between hub and each node : 100m or less) 

Number of connection 

Depends on the master unit 

Applicable node address 

0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255   

Communication cable 

Category 5 or more 
(Double shielded cable braided with aluminum foil recommended) 

Connector RJ45 

Connector 

×

 1pc 

 

 Interface Section 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 

  Status LED Displays of EtherNet/IP Type 

Name Indication 

Color 

Description 

OFF 

Power is OFF or IP addresses are not set 

GN (Illuminating)  Connection is established and the communication under normal condition. 

GN (Flashing) 

Online but network connection is not yet established. Communication Stop 
(Network is normal). Check the conditions of master unit. 

RD (Illuminating) 

Communication Error. 
Communication cannot be 
established due to the error detection 
such as IP address duplication. 

NS 

RD (Flashing) 

Communication Error. 
(Communication Time-out Detection) 

Check the conditions of IP 
address settings, communication 
line, the power of hub units, noise 
prevention, etc. 

OFF Power 

OFF 

GN (Illuminating) 

The machine is in the normal operation. 
The machine is under the control of the scanner (master) 

GN (Flashing) 

The connection with the scanner (master) is not established. 
Check the construction information settings. 
Check if the scanner (master) is in the idle condition. 

RD (Illuminating) 

Hardware Error.   
The replacement of the board is required. Please contact us. 

MS 

RD (Flashing) 

There is an error occurred but is not critical such like a user setting error or 
configuration error. It can be recovered with a rebuild of the settings. 

 EherNet/IP Connector 

Pin No. 

Signal Name 

Abbreviated Code 

Data sending 

+

 TD

+

 

Data sending 

 TD

 

Data receiving 

+

 RD

+

 

4 Not 

used 

 

5 Not 

used 

 

Data receiving 

 RD

 

7 Not 

used 

 

8 Not 

used 

 

Connector Hood 

Security grounding 

FG 

 

  Operation Mode Setting and Address Allocation 

The operation mode is set using the parameters. 
Set the mode change switch on the controller front panel to “MANU” side and set the parameter No. 84 
“FMOD: Field Bus Operation Mode” using the teaching tool such as PC software for RC. 
[Refer to the Instruction Manual for the details] 

  Communication Speed Setting 

The Communication speed can be set with the parameter. A special setting is not necessary since it is set 
to automatic negotiation when the product is delivered. However, when a fixed speed is required, change 
the setting to the desired speed in the parameter No. 86 “FBRS: Fieldbus Communication Speed” using 
the teaching tool such as PC software for RC. 
[Refer to the Instruction Manual for the details] 

 IP Address Setting 

IP Address can be set with the parameter. 
Set the parameter No. 140 “IPAD: IP Address” using the teaching tool such as PC software for RC. 
Settable Range : 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 (It is set to “192.168.0.1” when the machine is delivered 
from the factory.) 

  Settings for Subnet Mask 

Subnet Mask can be set with the parameter. 
Set the parameter No. 141 “SNMK: Subnet Mask” using the teaching tool such as PC software for RC. 
Settable Range : 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 (It is set to “255.255.255.0” when the machine is delivered 
from the factory.) 

 

  Settings for Default Gateway 

Default Gateway can be set with the parameter. 
Set the parameter No. 142 “DFGW: Default Gateway” using the teaching tool such as PC software for RC. 
Settable Range : 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 (It is set to “0.0.0.0” when the machine is delivered from the factory.) 
 
 
  

PROFINET IO 

 Specification 

Item Specification 

Communication protocol 

IEC61158 (IEEE802.3), IEC61748 

Communication speed 

100Mbps 

Communication cable length Distance between each segment: 100m Max. 
Number of connection 

Depends on the master unit 

Applicable node address 

0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255   

Communication cable 

Category 5 or more 
(Double shielded cable braided with aluminum foil recommended) 

Connector RJ45 

Connector 

×

 1pc 

GSDML file version 

Ver 2.3 

 Interface Section 

SCON-CA SCON-CAL/CGAL 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 
 

  Status LED Displays of PROFINET IO Type

 

Name Indication 

Color

Description 

OFF 

Power is OFF, or there is no connectable controller. 

GN 

(Illuminating) 

Connection has been established and proper communication is in 
progress. (in RUN condition) Check the condition of the master unit. 

NS 

GN (Flashing)

Connection is established but communication is paused (in STOP 
condition: network in normal condition). Check the condition of the master 
unit. 

OFF 

The power is turned OFF. 

GN 

(Illuminating) 

Operation is normal. 

GN (Flashing)

Communication under diagnosis 

OR 

(Illuminating)

A hardware error is present. (in EXCEPTION condition) 
The board must be replaced. Please contact IAI. 

OR (Flashing 1) There is an error in communication setting. 
OR (Flashing 2) There is an error in IP address setting. 
OR (Flashing 3) A wrong station name has been applied. 

MS 

OR (Flashing 4)

A hardware error is present. (Critical internal error) 
The board must be replaced. Please contact IAI. 

OFF 

No link or activity 

GN 

(Illuminating) 

Link established 

Link/Activity 
(There is 
limitation in 
applicable 
models) 

GN (Flashing)

In activity (communication) 

Orange (Flashing 1): Repeating of off for 0.75s and on for 0.25s

 

 

Orange (Flashing 2): Repeating two times of pattern of off for 0.75s and on for 0.5s 
Orange (Flashing 3): Repeating three times of pattern of off for 0.75s and on for 0.5s

 

Orange (Flashing 4): Repeating four times of pattern of off for 0.75s and on for 0.5s 

 

 EherNet/IP Connector 

Pin No. 

Signal Name 

Abbreviated Code 

Data sending 

+

 TD

+

 

Data sending 

 TD

 

Data receiving 

+

 RD

+

 

4 Not 

used 

 

5 Not 

used 

 

Data receiving 

 RD

 

7 Not 

used 

 

8 Not 

used 

 

Connector Hood 

Security grounding 

FG 

 

  Operation Mode Setting and Address Allocation 

The operation mode is set using the parameters. 
Set the mode change switch on the controller front panel to “MANU” side and set the parameter No. 84 
“FMOD: Field Bus Operation Mode” using the teaching tool such as PC software for RC. 
[Refer to the Instruction Manual for the details] 

  Communication Speed Setting 

It is not necessary to establish setting. It is fixed at 100Mbps. 

  Node address setting 

It is not necessary to establish setting on the IAI controller side as it should be established on the master side. 
[Refer to the instruction manual of the host unit that the master unit is mounted in.] 

(Note) After parameter setting, reset the controller mode change witch to “AUTO” side, and then cycle the 

controller power. 

 

Starting Procedures 

When using this product for the first time, make sure to avoid mistakes and incorrect wiring by referring to 
the procedure below 
In this section, explains how to start up SCON complied with EtherCAT®, EtherNet/IP and PROFINET IO 
(described as the “controller” in the following diagram). Refer to each Instruction Manual for the installation 
and wiring of the equipment, controller, actuator and all other devices that are connected to the network. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Trouble Shooting 

In the case an error is occurred, check the operation status on the LED display on the front panel [Refer to 
Each Fieldbus Section], and also, check the status monitor by connecting a teaching tool such as PC 
software for RC. 
Either of the following alarms will be shown for Fieldbus. Please refer to the Instruction Manual of the 
controller for other alarms to perform an appropriate treatment. 

Code

Error Name 

ID 

(*1) 

RES 

(*2) 

Cause / Treatment 

0F2 

Fieldbus 

Module Error 

05 × 

Cause 

: An error is detected on Fieldbus module 

Treatment  : Check on the parameter 

0F3 

Fieldbus Module 

Not Detected 

04 × 

Cause 

: Module cannot be detected 

Treatment  : Turn the power off and reboot. Please contact us 

if the problem is not solved with this action. 

(*1) ID 

 Simple alarm code 

(*2) RES 

 Alarm reset available/unavailable   

: Alarm reset available / ×: Alarm reset unavailable 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 

1

8

RJ45  8-pin
Modular Connector
(Controller Side)

Check of Packed Items
Are there all the delivered items?

Installation and Wiring
Follow Instruction Manual and this manual to 
install the controller and connect to the network.
Also, perform the wirings of the motor and encoder 
cables for the power supply unit and the actuators 
following the Instruction Manual of each controller.

To turn ON the controller
1) Set the mode switch on the front panel to MANU side.
2) Set the brake release switch on the front panel to NOM side.
3) Connect a teaching tool such as the PC software.
4) Turn the power ON and start up the teaching tool with 
    “Teaching Mode Safety Speed Valid” setting.

Controller Initial Settings
Refer to each fieldbus section to perform the necessary parameter settings of the modes, addresses, etc.
• Set Parameter No. 35 Safety Speed if necessary. (Initial Value: 100mm/s)

Servo ON 
Turn the servo ON by operating the controller. 

Contact us or our distributor.

Point Check Item
• Is frame ground (FG) connected?
• Has the noise countermeasure been taken?

Important Check Item
Is the status display LED (ALM) 
on the front panel turned off?

Check the detail of the alarm on 
the teaching tool and have an 
appropriate treatment.

Yes↓

No↓

No→

↓Yes

←Yes

↓ 

↓ 

Note (In the case that the actuator is in vertical mount) 
When the machine is turned ON/OFF repeatedly at the same 
position, it might be lowered slightly due to its own weight. 
Take care not to catch your hand or damage the work. 

Check of Safety Circuit 
Check that the emergency stop circuit (or motor drive-power cutoff  
circuit) operates normally to turn OFF the servo. 

Important Check Item 
Is the status display LED (SV)  
turned on in green? 

If an alarm is generated (status display  
LED (ALM) is on in red), check the detail  
of the alarm on the teaching tool and  
have an appropriate treatment. 

Settings on Host System
Refer to PLC Instruction Manual to perform the communication settings and so on.

Refer to the Instruction Manual 
for each unit, controller and PLC 
to check each setting.

No↓ 

Yes↓ 

↓Yes

↓ 

→ 

No→

Communication is now established. Perform an operation check and adjustment for the system.

Confirming Communication Establishment
• Confirm the communication is established on the status LED (RUN) 
  on the front panel. [Refer to the troubleshooting]
• Is the LED status in normal condition? Is PLC (master unit) side also 
  in normal condition?
(Note) Refer to PLC and master unit Instruction Manuals for how to check 
           the master unit side.

1

8

RJ45  8-pin
Modular Connector
(Controller Side)

Status LED

NS LED

MS LED

EtherNet/IP Port

(Note) After parameter setting, reset the controller mode change witch to “AUTO” side, and then cycle 

the controller power. 

EtherNet/IP 
Communication Port

Monitoring LED

EtherNet/IP 
Communication Port

Monitoring LED

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