Panasonic FP2 - Manual (Page 9)

Functions of Computer Communication Unit FP2−CCU
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1.1 Functions and Features
1.1 Functions and Features
1.1.1 Functions and Features
The FP2 Computer Communication Unit is designed for use with the FP2/FP2SH
progra,mmable controller. It is used as a communication interface that allows data to be
read and written between an RS232C device such as a personal computer or display
panel, and a CPU unit.
Host computer
(Personal computer)
Operation
display panel
RS232C
Can be connected to a display panel and computer.
Enables a 1:1 connection to a display panel and computer. No software program is
needed for communication.
Economical peer−to−peer communication with a personal computer is possible.
This unit can be directly connected with a personal computer through RS232C to collect
and write data from it without building up a large−scale network.
One unit is equipped with two ports.
One unit is equipped with two RS232C interface ports.
No communication program is needed on the PLC. (Computer link function)
The PLC automatically returns responses using the FP series’ MEWTOCOL
communication protocol so that there is no need to prepare a communication program
at the side of the PLC.
Connection with modem (Only COM. 2)
It is possible to receive data over telephone lines from another PLC, by connecting
modem with your PLC. (Receiving only)
1.1.2 Unit Part No.
Name Part No.
Computer Communication Unit FP2−CCU
Two D−sub connectors (9−pin) are provided as accessories with the unit.