Mitsubishi AL-10MR-A, Hardware Manual

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Simple Application Controller
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Series Controllers - Getting Started 6
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6. How to Use
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Series Controllers - Getting Started
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Series controllers use Function Block Programming. In this style of programming, Function Blocks are con-
nected together to build a program. There are five types of blocks that can be placed in your program: System
Inputs, front panel Keys, System M bits, Function Blocks, and System Outputs.
A screen showing the date, time, and image table (input and output status) will show when the controller is
turned On. Hit any key to proceed to the Top Menu. Enter the ProgEdit mode with the OK key to begin pro-
gramming.
6.1 Connecting Two Blocks
Function Blocks (FB) are connected by joining an output pin to an unused input
pin. The arrow is pointing to the output pin. The output pin is always shown on
the right side of the function blocks. Unused Input pins are shown as “>” while
used input pins show as a solid triangles. Press the right arrow button to move
the screen to the right until the output pin is flashing. Use the “+” key to con-
nect or “add” a FB. The “-” key will disconnect two devices.
Press the “+” key. The FB options available for connection appear on the right
of the screen. Use the Up and Down arrows to move to the desired device to
add. The current choice will be blinking. A “Connect” prompt will appear on the
top or bottom of the screen. Choose the desired connecting block with the OK
key
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