IDEC SmartAXIS Touch FT1A Series, User Manual

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SmartAXIS Touch User's Manual
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General Information for SmartAXIS
This chapter describes SmartAXIS functions and system configuration examples.
The SmartAXIS is available in three types: the SmartAXIS Touch, the SmartAXIS Pro, and the SmartAXIS Lite. The
SmartAXIS Touch is equipped with the HMI functions of an operator interface and PLC control functions. In addition
to the functions of control and communication as a PLC, the SmartAXIS Pro is equipped with an LCD and operation
buttons on the front of the module. The SmartAXIS Lite is equipped with the various control and communication
functions as a PLC. This document describes the SmartAXIS Touch. Unless otherwise specified, SmartAXIS refers to
FT1A Series SmartAXIS Touch. For the SmartAXIS Pro and Lite, refer to the "SmartAXIS Pro/Lite User's Manual".
The Touch is a small-size programmable controller that is fully equipped with powerful basic functions, various
communication functions and HMI functions of an operator interface. Use WindO/I-NV3 for creating and managing
screens and data to used with the Touch.
1.1 Type Numbers
The notation for SmartAXIS Touch type numbers is as follows.
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FT1A - M 12 R A - W
Body color W: Light gray
B: Dark gray
S: Silver
Power supply type A: DC power type (24V DC)
Output type R: Relay output
K: Transistor output (sink output)
S: Transistor output (source output)
Inputs/outputs 12: 12 I/O points
14: 14 I/O points
LCD M: Monochrome LCD models
C: Color LCD models
FT1A: Type number
For a list of models, refer to Chapter 29 “SmartAXIS Specifications”.