1 Features and System Configuration
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NX-series Position Interface Units User’s Manual (W524)
(E) Support Software
(Sysmac Studio)
The Sysmac Studio runs on a personal computer and it is used to configure the EtherCAT
network and EtherCAT Slave Terminals, and to program, monitor, and troubleshoot the
Controller.
Use this software to connect to the Controller and set up the EtherCAT Slave Terminal. Or
if you use the Sysmac Studio, you can connect it to the peripheral USB port on the Ether-
CAT Coupler Unit to set up the EtherCAT Slave Terminal.
(F) ESI (EtherCAT Slave
Information) file
The ESI file contains information that is unique to the EtherCAT Slave Terminal in XML for-
mat. You can load the ESI file into the Controller or the Sysmac Studio to easily allocate
Slave Terminal process data and make other settings.
The ESI files for OMRON EtherCAT slaves are installed in the Sysmac Studio. You can
obtain the ESI files for the latest models through the Sysmac Studio’s automatic update
function.
(G) Communications
cable
(Ethernet cable)
Use a double-shielded cable with aluminum tape and braiding of category 5 (100BASE-TX)
or higher, and use straight wiring.
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