Section 1
Overview
This section provides an overview of the NS-series PTs, including functions, features, connec-
tion types, and communications methods.
1-1NS-series PT Functions and Operation................................................................................ 1-2
1-1-1 PT Functions for FA Manufacturing Sites................................................................ 1-2
1-1-2 NS-series PT Operating System............................................................................... 1-3
1-2Communications with the Host............................................................................................ 1-5
1-2-1 What is an NT Link? ................................................................................................ 1-6
1-2-2 Ethernet .................................................................................................................... 1-6
1-2-3 Controller Link......................................................................................................... 1-6
1-3System Configuration.......................................................................................................... 1-7
1-3-1 Supported Peripheral Devices .................................................................................. 1-7
1-4Procedure for Running NS-series PTs................................................................................. 1-9