FX
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Series Programmable Controllers
User’s Manual - Hardware Edition
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21 FX3U-FLROM-16/64/64L/1M (Memory Cassette)
21.5 Memory Cassette <-> PLC (RAM Memory) Transfers Using the Loader Function
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21.5
Memory Cassette
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PLC (RAM Memory) Transfers Using the
Loader Function
The FX
3U
-FLROM-64L loader function ([WR] and [RD] key operation) is explained in this section.
• Program transfers (reading/writing) are possible between the memory cassette and the PLC’s internal
RAM memory.
• The loader function is enabled while the PLC is stopped.
21.5.1 Tool for pressing the [WR] and [RD] keys
Use an insulated tool (plastic, ceramic, etc.) to press the [WR] and [RD] keys. The area around the keys is not
insulated. Using a metal screwdriver, etc can cause equipment damage.
21.5.2 Writing (WR: 64L
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PLC)
A memory cassette program is written to the PLC’s internal RAM memory.
Required condition: The PLC must be stopped.
1
Install the memory cassette on the main unit.
(Setting the PROTECT switch to ON (on memory cassette’s rear face) prevents accidental overwriting of
memory cassette program.)
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Refer to Subsection 21.2.1 for the installation procedure.
• Verify that the PLC power is OFF, then install the memory cassette on the PLC.
• Turn the PLC power ON.
• Raise the memory cassette’s eject lever.
2
Press the [WR] key 1 time.
The [WR] LED is lit, and a preparation status is established.
• To cancel, press the [RD] key.
3
Press the [WR] key again.
Writing is executed, and the [WR] LED turns off.
• Writing to the built-in RAM is completed instantaneously, and the
LED will turn off in a short time.
4
Remove the memory cassette from the main unit.
Writing is completed when the [WR] LED turns off.
After turning the PLC power OFF, remove the memory cas-
sette from the PLC.
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Refer to Subsection 21.2.2 for the removal procedure.
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