Omron NJ101-10 Series, User Manual

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Procedure to Install ESI Files
An ESI (EtherCAT slave information) file is an XML file that describes the connection information
and profile of the EtherCAT slave.
To connect an EtherCAT slave that is manufactured by other company to an NJ/NX-series master,
you must install the ESI file for that slave in the Sysmac Studio to enable setting the slave.
Precautions for Correct Use
Obtain the ESI file to install from the slave manufacturer. The ESI file must conform to the most
recent ETG ESI specifications.
Use the following procedure to install an ESI file.
1
Double-click EtherCAT under Configurations and Setup on the Multiview Explorer. Or, right-
click EtherCAT under Configurations and Setup and select Edit .
The EtherCAT Tab Page is displayed.
2
Right-click the EtherCAT master that is displayed in the EtherCAT Tab Page and select
Display ESI Library .
The ESI Library Dialog Box is displayed.
Appendices
A-17
NJ/NX-series CPU Unit Built-in EtherCAT Port User's Manual (W505)
A-3 Multi-vendor Environments
A
A-3-3 Installing ESI files