Omron Programmable Terminals NT31 NT31C - Manual (Page 16)

1-2 Section Functions of the NT31/NT31C
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1-2 Functions of the NT31/NT31C
The NT31/NT31C has the following features.
1-2-1 Features
Downsized Body
• Slim body (50 mm or less in the panel*).
• The communication cable connectors are housed in the unit so that they do not
protrude from the unit.
* When mounted in a panel of the recommended thickness (page 32).
Construction Best Suited to the FA Environment
• The panel is an STN monochrome LCD type with backlight for the NT31 and an
STN color LCD type with backlight for the NT31C.
• The backlight unit and battery can be replaced at the operation site.
• Waterproofed equivalent to the NEMA4 standard and to IP65F*.
* The panel may not be usable in environments where it is exposed to oil for long
periods.
POWER
RUN
320 dots
240 dots
Wide angle of visibility
Contrast and brightness are adjustable by touch switch operations.
Compatibility with Other PTs
• There is upward compatibility between the NT31/NT31C and the following
models for screen data and user programs: NT11S, NT20S, NT30, NT30C,
NT600S, NT610G, NT610C, NT620S, NT620C, NT625C, NT631, NT631. (Af-
ter being read to the Support Tool, screens must be modified in accordance
with the screen size. Depending on the function used, partial modification of
programs may also be necessary. For details on the compatibility of screen
data, refer to the NT31/NT31C/NT631/NT631C Programmable Terminal Ref-
erence Manual and the NT-series Support Tool Operation Manual.
• The dimensions of the panel cut-out to accommodate the NT31/NT31C are the
same as for the NT30/NT30C.
Two Ports Featured as Standard:
Port A for Common Use by Support Tool/Host and Port B for Exclusive Use by the Host
• Communication with the host is possible via another port while connected to
the Support Tool.
• Reading bar code data from a bar code reader is possible via another port
while communicating with the host.
Rapid System Program & Screen Data Changes Possible Using a Memory Unit
• Installing a memory unit (type NT-MF261) on the rear of the NT31/NT31C
makes it easy to write screen data into the NT31/NT31C on site. This enables a
rapid response to setup changes.
• NT31/NT31C can store a system program into a memory unit. This enables the
system to handle more flexible setups.
Touch Switch Operation