MAN1032-10-EN_EXL6_UserManual
March 12, 2020
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23.1.1 Connecting Troubleshooting Checklist
(serial port
–
MJ1 Programming)
1.
Controller must be powered up.
2.
Ensure that the correct COM port is selected in Cscape. Tools
→
Applications Settings
→
Communications.
3.
Ensure that a cable with proper pinout is being used between PC and controller port MJ1.
4.
Check that a Loaded Protocol or ladder is not actively using MJ1. Taking the controller
out of Run Mode from the System Menu on the controller will make MJ1 available to
Cscape.
5.
Successful communications with USB-to-serial adapters vary. If in doubt, Horner APG
offers a USB to serial adapter. Part numbers HE-XCK and HE-CPK.
23.1.2 Connecting Troubleshooting Checklist (USB Port - Mini B Programming)
1.
Controller must be powered up.
2.
Ensure that the correct COM port is selected in Cscape: Tools
→
Applications Settings
→
Communications.
3.
Be sure that the USB cable is connected between the PC and controller. Check the
Windows Device Manager to find out if the USB driver is properly installed and which
port number.
23.1.3 Connecting Troubleshooting Checklist (ETN port programming)
1.
Controller must be powered up.
2.
Ensure that correct IP address is given in the Ethernet field and correct Mode is
selected, in Cscape: Tools
→
Application Settings
→
Communications Port.
3.
Ensure that the Ethernet connection has been established by pinging the controller
from the Windows DOS prompt.