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3.4.2 Address Assignment

If multiple axes are connected, a slave number must be assigned to each axis so that the host can recognize the

corresponding actuator.

Assign addresses in the setting screen of the teaching pendant or PC.

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Overview of operation on the PC

[1] Open the main window o [2] Click

Setup (S) o [3] Bring the cursor to Controller Setup (C) o [4] Bring the

cursor to

Assign Address (N) and click the mouse o [5] Enter an appropriate number in the address table.

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Overview of operation on the teaching pendant RCM-T

[1] Open the User Adjustment screen o [2] Use the d key to bring the cursor to

Address No. o [3] Enter an

appropriate address and press the ENTER key o [4] Enter “2” under

Adjustment No. and press the ENTER

key

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Overview of operation on the simple teaching pendant RCA-E

[1] Open the User Adjustment screen o [2] Press the ENTER key to open the screen showing

Address No. o [3]

Enter an appropriate address and press the ENTER key o [4] Enter “2” under

Adjustment No. and press the

ENTER key

Refer to the operation manual for the teaching pendant or PC software for the specific operating procedure.

Caution: In the actual process of assigning addresses, the teaching pendant or PC and the target actuator

must have a one-on-one link. Therefore, disconnect the communication cables (SGA/SGB) from

other axes to tentatively provide a condition where not more than one axis is connected.