SIMATIC S5 CPU Direct Driver
GP-Pro EX Device/PLC Connection Manual
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Setup Items
Set communication settings of the Display with GP-Pro Ex or in off-line mode of the Display.
The setting of each parameter must be identical to that of External Device.
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Example of Communication Setting (page 7)
4.1
Setup Items in GP-Pro EX
Communication Settings
To display the setting screen, select [Device/PLC Settings] from [System setting window] in workspace.
Setup Items
Setup Description
SIO Type
Displays the SIO type to communicate with the External Device.
Speed
Displays the communication speed between the External Device and the Display.
Data Length
Displays data length.
Parity
Displays how to check parity.
Stop Bit
Displays stop bit length.
Flow Control
Displays the communication control method to prevent overflow of transmission and
reception data.
Timeout
Use an integer from "1 to 127" to enter the time (s) for which the Display waits for the
response from the External Device.
Retry
In case of no response from the External Device, use an integer from "0 to 255" to enter
how many times the Display retransmits the command.
Wait To Send
Use an integer from "0 to 255" to enter standby time (ms) for the Display from receiving
packets to transmitting next commands.
RI/VCC
You can switch RI/VCC of the 9th pin if you select RS232C for SIO type.
It is necessary to change RI/5V by changeover switch of IPC when connect with IPC.
Please refer to the manual of the IPC for more detail.
