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Maintenance Communication via USB Port
Applicable SmartAXIS
Using the USB port, it is possible to connect SmartAXIS to a computer on which WindLDR is installed, and monitor and change
device values, download and upload user programs, and download system software. Connect the computer and the SmartAXIS
using a USB cable (recommended cable: HG9Z-XCM42).
Maintenance Communication Specifications for the USB Port
See the following pages for details on each maintenance communication function:
• Monitor/change device values: "Monitor Operation" on page 4-15
• Download/upload user programs: "Download Program" on page 4-14
• Download system software: "Upgrade SmartAXIS System Software" on page A-2
FT1A-12 FT1A-24 FT1A-40 FT1A-48
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Computer
USB port
USB cable
HG9Z-XCM42 USB maintenance cable
SmartAXIS
Type A plug Mini-B plug
USB port
(USB 2.0 Mini-B connector)
Item Specifications/Functions
Cable Recommended cable: HG9Z-XCM42
Maintenance communication
functions
Monitor/change device values
Download/upload user programs
Download system software