Q62DAN

Digital-Analog Converter Module
User's Manual
-Q62DAN
-Q62DA
-Q64DAN
-Q64DA
-Q68DAVN
-Q68DAV
-Q68DAIN
-Q68DAI
-GX Configurator-DA (SW2D5C-QDAU-E)
 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 
(Always read these precautions before using this equipment.)
Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals introduced in this manual
carefully and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly.
The precautions given in this manual are concerned with this product only. For the safety precautions of
the programmable controller system, refer to the user's manual for the CPU module used.
In this manual, the safety precautions are classified into two levels: " ! WARNING" and " ! CAUTION".
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,

! WARNING resulting in death or severe injury.
Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,

! CAUTION resulting in minor or moderate injury or property damage.
Under some circumstances, failure to observe the precautions given under " ! CAUTION" may lead to
serious consequences.
Observe the precautions of both levels because they are important for personal and system safety.
Make sure that the end users read this manual and then keep the manual in a safe place for future
reference.
[Design Precautions]
! WARNING
 Do not write data into the "System area" of the buffer memory of intelligent function modules.
Also, do not use any "Use prohibited" signals as an output signal to an intelligent function
module from the programmable controller CPU.
Writing data into the "System area" or outputting a signal for "Use prohibited" may cause a
malfunction of the programmable controller system.
! CAUTION
 Do not bunch the control wires or communication cables with the main circuit or power wires, or
install them close to each other.
They should be installed 100mm or more from each other.
Not doing so could result in noise that may cause malfunction.
 At power on/off, voltage or current may instantaneously be output from the output terminal of this
module. In such case, wait until the analog output becomes stable to start controlling the
external device.
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[Installation Precautions]
! CAUTION
 Use the programmable controller in an environment that meets the general specifications
contained in the user's manual of the CPU module to use.
Using this programmable controller in an environment outside the range of the general
specifications may cause electric shock, fire, malfunction, and damage to or deterioration of the
product.
 While pressing the installation lever located at the bottom of module, insert the module fixing tab
into the fixing hole in the base unit until it stops. Then, securely mount the module with the fixing
hole as a supporting point.
Improper installation may result in malfunction, breakdown or the module coming loose and
dropping. Securely fix the module with screws if it is subject to vibration during use.
 Tighten the screws within the range of specified torque.
If the screws are loose, it may cause the module to fallout, short circuits, or malfunction.
If the screws are tightened too much, it may cause damage to the screw and/or the module,
resulting in fallout, short circuits or malfunction.
 Be sure to shut off all phases of the external power supply used by the system before mounting
or removing the module.
Not doing so may cause damage to the module.
In the system where a CPU module supporting Online module change is used and on the
MELSECNET/H remote I/O stations, modules can be replaced online (during energizing).
However, there are some restrictions on replaceable modules and the replacement procedures
are predetermined for each module.
For details, refer to the chapter of Online module change in this manual.
 Do not directly touch the conductive area or electronic components of the module.
Doing so may cause malfunction or failure in the module.
[Wiring Precautions]
! CAUTION
 Always ground the FG terminal for the programmable controller.
There is a risk of electric shock or malfunction.
 Use applicable solderless terminals and tighten with the specified torque. If any solderless spade
terminal is used, it may be disconnected when the terminal screw comes loose, resulting in
failure.
 When turning on the power and operating the module after wiring is completed, always attach
the terminal cover that comes with the product.
There is a risk of electric shock if the terminal cover is not attached.
 Tighten the terminal screws within the range of specified torque.
If the terminal screws are loose, it may result in short circuits or malfunction.
If the terminal screws are tightened too much, it may cause damage to the screw and/or the
module, resulting in short circuits or malfunction.
 Be careful not to let foreign matter such as sawdust or wire chips get inside the module.
They may cause fires, failure or malfunction.
 The top surface of the module is covered with protective film to prevent foreign objects such as
cable offcuts from entering the module when wiring.
Do not remove this film until the wiring is complete.
Before operating the system, be sure to remove the film to provide adequate ventilation.
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[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
! CAUTION
 Do not disassemble or modify the modules.
Doing so could cause failure, malfunction injury or fire.
 Be sure to shut off all phases of the external power supply used by the system before mounting
or removing the module.
Not doing so may cause failure or malfunction of the module.
In the system where a CPU module supporting Online module change is used and on the
MELSECNET/H remote I/O stations, modules can be replaced online (during energizing).
However, there are some restrictions on replaceable modules and the replacement procedures
are predetermined for each module.
For details, refer to the chapter of Online module change in this manual.
 Do not install/remove the module to/from the base unit, or the terminal block to/from the module
more than 50 times after the first use of the product. (IEC 61131-2 compliant)
Failure to do so may cause malfunction.
 Do not touch the connector while the power is on.
Doing so may cause malfunction.
 Switch off all phases of the externally supplied power used in the system when cleaning the
module or retightening the terminal or module fixing screws.
Not doing so may cause failure or malfunction of the module.
If the screws are loose, it may cause the module to fallout, short circuits, or malfunction.
If the screws are tightened too much, it may cause damages to the screws and/or the module,
resulting in the module falling out, short circuits or malfunction.
 Always make sure to touch the grounded metal to discharge the electricity charged in the body,
etc., before touching the module.
Failure to do so may cause a failure or malfunctions of the module.
[Disposal Precautions]
! CAUTION
 When disposing of this product, treat it as industrial waste.
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 CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT 
(1) Mitsubishi programmable controller ("the PRODUCT") shall be used in conditions;
i) where any problem, fault or failure occurring in the PRODUCT, if any, shall not lead to any major or
serious accident; and
ii) where the backup and fail-safe function are systematically or automatically provided outside of the
PRODUCT for the case of any problem, fault or failure occurring in the PRODUCT.
(2) The PRODUCT has been designed and manufactured for the purpose of being used in general
industries.
MITSUBISHI SHALL HAVE NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO ANY AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, TORT,
PRODUCT LIABILITY) FOR ANY INJURY OR DEATH TO PERSONS OR LOSS OR DAMAGE TO
PROPERTY CAUSED BY the PRODUCT THAT ARE OPERATED OR USED IN APPLICATION NOT
INTENDED OR EXCLUDED BY INSTRUCTIONS, PRECAUTIONS, OR WARNING CONTAINED IN
MITSUBISHI'S USER, INSTRUCTION AND/OR SAFETY MANUALS, TECHNICAL BULLETINS AND
GUIDELINES FOR the PRODUCT.
("Prohibited Application")
Prohibited Applications include, but not limited to, the use of the PRODUCT in;
 Nuclear Power Plants and any other power plants operated by Power companies, and/or any other
cases in which the public could be affected if any problem or fault occurs in the PRODUCT.
 Railway companies or Public service purposes, and/or any other cases in which establishment of a
special quality assurance system is required by the Purchaser or End User.
 Aircraft or Aerospace, Medical applications, Train equipment, transport equipment such as Elevator
and Escalator, Incineration and Fuel devices, Vehicles, Manned transportation, Equipment for
Recreation and Amusement, and Safety devices, handling of Nuclear or Hazardous Materials or
Chemicals, Mining and Drilling, and/or other applications where there is a significant risk of injury to
the public or property.
Notwithstanding the above, restrictions Mitsubishi may in its sole discretion, authorize use of the
PRODUCT in one or more of the Prohibited Applications, provided that the usage of the PRODUCT is
limited only for the specific applications agreed to by Mitsubishi and provided further that no special
quality assurance or fail-safe, redundant or other safety features which exceed the general
specifications of the PRODUCTs are required. For details, please contact the Mitsubishi
representative in your region.
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REVISIONS
The manual number is given on the bottom left of the back cover.
Print Date Manual Number Revision
Dec., 1999 SH (NA)-080054-A First printing
Oct., 2000 SH (NA)-080054-B Add the contents of the function version B.
Correction
About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Section 2.1, Section 3.1.3,
3.3.1, 3.4, Section 4.3, Section 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.3.3, 6.5.1
Partial addition
Section 1.1, Section 3.1.1, 3.1.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.4.3,
Section 4.5, Section 5.6.1, Section 7.2.3, 7.2.4
Addition
Section 1.2, Section 2.2, Section 3.2.3, Appendix 1
Dec., 2000 SH (NA)-080054-C
Addition of Models
Q68DAV, Q68DAI
Correction
Section 3.2, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.3.1, 3.3.2, 3.4.1, 3.4.2, 3.4.3, 3.4.4,
3.4.6, 3.4.7, Section 4.5, Section 7.2.3, App-1.3
Partial addition
About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Product Structure,
Chapter 1, Section 1.1, Section 2.1, Section 3.1.1, 3.1.4, Section 4.1,
4.3, Section 7.1, Appendix 2
Jun., 2001 SH (NA)-080054-D Standardize the name from software package (GPP function) to Product
name (GX Developer).
Standardize the name from utility package (QDAU) to Product name
(GX Configurator-DA).
Correction
Conformation to the EMC Directive and Low Voltage Instruction, About
the Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Product Structure, Section 2.1,
2.2, Section 4.6, Section 5.2, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.3.3, Appendix 1.2
Feb., 2002 SH (NA)-080054-E Add the contents of the function version B.
Correction
Product Structure, Section 1.2, Section 2.2, Section 3.2.2, 3.2.3, 3.4.1,
Section 4.2, 4.4.1, Section 5.3.3
Partial addition
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations,
Section 1.2, Section 2.1, Section 3.1.1, 3.2, 3.2.2, 3.2.3, Section 4.3,
4.6, Section 5.2.1, 5.2.2, Section 8.1, 8.2.1, Appendix 1
Addition
Section 3.4.2, 3.4.3, 3.4.4, 3.4.12, 3.4.13, 3.4.14, Chapter 7, App-2, 2.1,
2.2, 2.3
Renumbering
Section 3.4.2 to Section 3.4.8 Section 3.4.5 to Section 3.4.11,
Chapter 7 Chapter 8, Appendix 2 Appendix 3
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May, 2002 SH(NA)-080054-F Correction
Section 3.4.1, 3.4.2, 3.4.3, 3.4.4, 3.4.6, 3.4.13, 3.4.14, Section 4.5, 4.6,
Section 7.3.1, 7.3.2, 7.3.3, 7.3.4, 7.3.5, 7.3.6, 7.4, 7.5, Appendix 1.1,
2.2, 2.3
Partial addition
Section 3.3.2, Section 8.2.3
Feb., 2003 SH(NA)-080054-G Correction
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Section 1.2, Section 3.2, 3.4.1 to 3.4.4,
3.4.14, Section 4.5, Section 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.3.2, 5.6.1 to 5.6.3,
Section 7.3.3 to 7.3.6, 7.4, Appendix 1.1 to Appendix 1.3, Appendix 2.2,
Appendix 2.3
Addition
Section 5.6.4, 5.6.5
May, 2003 SH(NA)-080054-H Correction
Section 2.2, Section 3.1.1, 3.4.1, 3.4.2, 3.4.3, 3.4.4, 3.4.13, 3.4.14,
Section 4.5, 4.6, Section 5.3.1
May, 2004 SH(NA)-080054-I Addition of program example for use on the remote I/O network
Correction
Section 2.2, Section 3.1.4, 3.2.1, 3.2.2, 3.4.7, Chapter 6, Section 7.1,
7.3.1 to 7.3.6
Aug., 2004 SH(NA)-080054-J Correction
Section 1.1, Section 5.1, 5.2.1, 5.2.2, 5.3.1, 5.3.2, 5.3.3, 5.6.1, 5.6.2,
5.6.3, Appendix 2.3
Partial addition
Section 5.6.4, Section 5.7, 5.8
Oct., 2004 SH(NA)-080054-K Correction
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Section 2.1, Section 3.1.1, Section 4.1,
Section 6.2, 6.2.1
Nov., 2005 SH (NA)-080054-L
Addition of Models
Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN
Correction
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Conformation to the EMC Directive and Low
Voltage Instruction, Product Structure, Section 2.1, Section 5.2.2,
Section 6.2.2
Addition
Appendix 1.4
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Mar., 2006 SH (NA)-080054-M Correction
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Conformation to the EMC Directive and Low
Voltage Instruction, Section 2.1, 4.6, Appendix 2
Jan., 2007 SH (NA)-080054-N Correction
Section 3.2.1, Section 3.4.2, Section 4.6
Jun., 2007 SH (NA)-080054-O Correction
Section 4.3, Appendix 3
Jan., 2008 SH (NA)-080054-P Correction
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations
Section 1.1, Section 2.1, Section 2.3, Section 3.4.1 to Section 3.4.4,
Section 4.1, Section 4.6, Section 5.2.1, Section 5.2.2, Section 7.3.3,
Section 7.3.5, Section 8.1, Appendix 1.1, Appendix 2, Appendix 2.1,
Appendix 2.2, Appendix 2.3
Addition
Section 2.2
May, 2008 SH (NA)-080054-Q Correction
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, Compliance with the EMC and Low Voltage
Directives, About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Section 2.1,
Section 4.1, Section 5.2.1, Section 5.2.2, Section 5.3.1, Section 5.3.3,
Section 7.1
Dec., 2010 SH (NA)-080054-R Correction
About the Generic Terms and Abbreviations, Product Structure,
Section 1.1, Sections 2.1 to 2.3, Section 3.1.1, Section 3.1.2,
Section 3.2.1, Section 3.2.2, Sections 3.4.1 to 3.4.4, Section 3.4.9,
Section 4.1, Section 4.3, Section 4.5, Section 5.2.1, Section 5.3.1,
Section 5.3.3, Section 5.4, Section 5.5, Section 5.6.1, Section 5.7,
Section 6.2, Section 6.2.2, Section 7.1, Sections 7.3.1 to 7.3.6,
Section 8.1, Section 8.2.3, Section 8.2.5, Appendix 2,
Appendices 2.1 to 2.3, Appendix 3
Addition
CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT
May, 2015 SH (NA)-080054-S Correction
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, RELEVANT MANUALS, Compliance with the
EMC and Low Voltage Directives, About the Generic Terms and
Abbreviations, Section 2.1, Section 2.2, Section 3.2.3, Section 4.3,
Section 4.6, Section 5.2.1, Section 5.2.2, Section 5.6.2, Section 5.6.3,
Section 6.1.2, Section 7.1, Section 7.3.6, Section 7.5, Appendix 3
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Jun., 2016 SH (NA)-080054-T Correction
Sections 4.3, Section 4.4.2, Section 4.5, Appendix 3
Addition
DISCONTINUED MODELS
Jun., 2017 SH (NA)-080054-U Correction
INTRODUCTION, COMPLIANCE WITH THE EMC AND LOW
VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES, ABOUT THE GENERIC TERMS AND
ABBREVIATIONS, Section 3.1.1
Jan., 2020 SH (NA)-080054-V Correction
Section 8.2.3
Japanese Manual Version SH-080027-Y
This manual confers no industrial property rights or any rights of any other kind, nor does it confer any patent
licenses. Mitsubishi Electric Corporation cannot be held responsible for any problems involving industrial property
rights which may occur as a result of using the contents noted in this manual.
 1999 MITSUBISHI ELECTRIC CORPORATION
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC-Q series programmable controllers.
Before using the product, please read this manual carefully to develop full familiarity with the functions and
performance of the Q series programmable controllers to ensure correct use.
CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................. A- 1
CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT .......................................................................................... A- 4
REVISIONS ................................................................................................................................................... A- 5
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................................................... A- 9
CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................... A- 9
ABOUT MANUALS ........................................................................................................................................A-12
COMPLIANCE WITH THE EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES .......................................................A-12
ABOUT THE GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS ...........................................................................A-13
PRODUCT STRUCTURE ..............................................................................................................................A-14
DISCONTINUED MODELS ...........................................................................................................................A-14
1 OVERVIEW 1- 1 to 1- 3
1.1 Features ................................................................................................................................................. 1- 1

1.2 Functions Added to Function Version B and Later............................................................................... 1- 3
2 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 2- 1 to 2- 7
2.1 Applicable Systems ............................................................................................................................... 2- 1

2.2 Precautions on System Configuration .................................................................................................. 2- 4
2.3 Checking Function Version, Serial Number, and Software Version .................................................... 2- 5
3 SPECIFICATIONS 3- 1 to 3-33
3.1 Performance Specifications .................................................................................................................. 3- 1

3.1.1 Performance specifications list ..................................................................................................... 3- 1
3.1.2 I/O conversion characteristics ...................................................................................................... 3- 3
3.1.3 Accuracy........................................................................................................................................ 3-10
3.1.4 Conversion speed ......................................................................................................................... 3-10
3.2 D/A Converter Module Function............................................................................................................ 3-11
3.2.1 Synchronous output function ........................................................................................................ 3-11
3.2.2 Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function ......................................................................................... 3-12
3.2.3 Analog output test during programmable controller CPU STOP ................................................ 3-14
3.3 I/O Signals for the Programmable Controller CPU............................................................................... 3-15
3.3.1 List of I/O signals........................................................................................................................... 3-15
3.3.2 Details of I/O signals ..................................................................................................................... 3-16
3.4 Buffer Memory ....................................................................................................................................... 3-20
3.4.1 Buffer memory assignment (Q62DAN/Q62DA) ........................................................................... 3-20
3.4.2 Buffer memory assignment (Q64DAN/Q64DA) ........................................................................... 3-22
3.4.3 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAVN/Q68DAV) ...................................................................... 3-24
3.4.4 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAIN/Q68DAI) ......................................................................... 3-26
3.4.5 D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer memory address 0: Un\G0) ........................................... 3-28
3.4.6 Digital value (buffer memory address 1 to 8: Un\G1 to Un\G8) .................................................. 3-28
3.4.7 Set value check code (buffer memory address 11 to 18: Un\G11 to Un\G18) ........................... 3-29
3.4.8 Error code (buffer memory address 19: Un\G19) ........................................................................ 3-29
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3.4.9 Setting range (buffer memory address 20, 21: Un\G20, Un\G21) .............................................. 3-30
3.4.10 Offset/gain setting mode and Offset/gain specification
(buffer memory address 22, 23: Un\G22, Un\G23) ......................................................... 3-30
3.4.11 Offset/gain adjustment value specification (buffer memory address 24: Un\G24) ................... 3-31
3.4.12 Mode switching setting (buffer memory address 158, 159: Un\G158, Un\G159) .................... 3-31
3.4.13 Pass data classification setting (buffer memory address 200: Un\G200)
(Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q62DA, and Q64DA only) ............................................................. 3-32
3.4.14 Industrial shipment settings and User range settings Offset/gain value
(buffer memory address 202 to 233: Un\G202 to Un\G233) .......................................... 3-33
4 SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION 4- 1 to 4-17
4.1 Handling Precautions ............................................................................................................................ 4- 1

4.2 Setup and Procedures before Operation .............................................................................................. 4- 2
4.3 Part Identification Nomenclature ........................................................................................................... 4- 3
4.4 Wiring ..................................................................................................................................................... 4- 6
4.4.1 Wiring precautions ........................................................................................................................ 4- 6
4.4.2 External wiring............................................................................................................................... 4- 7
4.5 Switch Setting for Intelligent Function Module ..................................................................................... 4- 9
4.6 Offset/Gain Settings .............................................................................................................................. 4-13
5 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5- 1 to 5-36
5.1 Utility Package Functions ...................................................................................................................... 5- 1

5.2 Installing and Uninstalling the Utility Package ...................................................................................... 5- 2
5.2.1 Handling precautions .................................................................................................................... 5- 2
5.2.2 Operating environment ................................................................................................................. 5- 5
5.3 Utility Package Operation ...................................................................................................................... 5- 7
5.3.1 Common utility package operations ............................................................................................. 5- 7
5.3.2 Operation overview ....................................................................................................................... 5-10
5.3.3 Starting the intelligent function module utility ............................................................................... 5-12
5.4 Initial Setting .......................................................................................................................................... 5-15
5.5 Auto Refresh Setting ............................................................................................................................. 5-17
5.6 Monitor/Test ........................................................................................................................................... 5-19
5.6.1 Monitor/test screen ....................................................................................................................... 5-19
5.6.2 Offset/gain setting operation (Function version C or later) .......................................................... 5-23
5.6.3 Offset/gain setting operation (Function version B or earlier) ....................................................... 5-25
5.6.4 Confirmation of Conversion Characteristic .................................................................................. 5-27
5.6.5 Pass data (Q62DAN/Q64DAN/Q62DA/Q64DA).......................................................................... 5-29
5.6.6 Pass data (Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI)................................................................... 5-31
5.7 FB Conversion of Initial Setting/Auto Refresh Setting ......................................................................... 5-32
5.8 Usage of FB ....................................................................................................................................... 5-33
5.8.1 Outline ........................................................................................................................................... 5-33
5.8.2 Paste an FB to a Sequence Program .......................................................................................... 5-35
5.8.3 Convert (Compile) a Sequence Program ..................................................................................... 5-36
6 PROGRAMMING 6- 1 to 6-11
6.1 For Use in Normal System Configuration ............................................................................................. 6- 1

6.1.1 Programming example using the utility package ......................................................................... 6- 2
6.1.2 Programming example without using the utility package ............................................................ 6- 4
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6.2 For Use on Remote I/O Network .......................................................................................................... 6- 6
6.2.1 Programming example using the utility package ......................................................................... 6- 7
6.2.2 Programming example without using the utility package ............................................................ 6-10
7 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7- 1 to 7-36
7.1 Online Module Change Conditions ....................................................................................................... 7- 2

7.2 Online Module Change Operations ...................................................................................................... 7- 3
7.3 Online Module Change Procedure ....................................................................................................... 7- 4
7.3.1 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA
........................................................................................................................................... 7- 4
7.3.2 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program
........................................................................................................................................... 7- 9
7.3.3 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with GX Configurator-DA
(other system is available)................................................................................................ 7-14
(other system is unavailable) ........................................................................................... 7-19
7.3.5 When user range setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence program
(other system is available)................................................................................................ 7-25
(other system is unavailable) ........................................................................................... 7-30
7.4 Range Reference Table ........................................................................................................................ 7-35
7.5 Precautions for Online Module Change................................................................................................ 7-36
8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8- 1 to 8- 5
8.1 Error Code List....................................................................................................................................... 8- 1

8.2 Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................... 8- 2
8.2.1 When the "RUN" LED is flashing or turned off............................................................................. 8- 2
8.2.2 When the "ERROR" LED is on or flashing ................................................................................... 8- 2
8.2.3 When an analog output value is not output ................................................................................. 8- 3
8.2.4 When analog output value is not held .......................................................................................... 8- 4
8.2.5 Checking the D/A converter module status using GX Developer system monitor ..................... 8- 4
APPENDICES App- 1 to App-21
Appendix 1 Function upgrade for the D/A converter module ................................................................ App- 1
Appendix 1.1 A comparison of functions of the D/A converter module........................................... App- 1
Appendix 1.2 Combinations of D/A converter module functions and
GX Configurator-DA software versions ....................................................................... App- 2
Appendix 1.3 Precautions for replacing the module of function version A
with the one of function version B or later ................................................................... App- 3
Appendix 1.4 Precautions for replacing the Q62DA/Q64DA/Q68DAV/Q68DAI with
Q62DAN/Q64DAN/Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN.................................................................... App- 4
Appendix 2 Dedicated Instruction List and Available Devices .............................................................. App- 5
Appendix 2.1 G(P).OFFGAN ............................................................................................................ App- 6
Appendix 2.2 G(P).OGLOAD............................................................................................................ App- 8
Appendix 2.3 G(P).OGSTOR ........................................................................................................... App-13
Appendix 3 External Dimensions ........................................................................................................... App-19
INDEX Index- 1 to Index- 2
A - 11 A - 11
ABOUT MANUALS
The following manuals are also related to this product.

If necessary, order them by quoting the details in the tables below.
Related Manuals
Manual Number
Manual Name
(Model Code)
GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual
SH-080373E
Describes the methods of using GX Developer to create a program and print out, monitor, and debug the
(13JU41)
program. (Sold separately)
GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual (Function Block)

SH-080376E
Describes the methods of using GX Developer to create a function block and print out the function block.
(13JU44)
(Sold separately)
GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common)

SH-080779E
Describes the system configuration, parameter settings, and online operations (common to Simple project
(13JU63)
and Structured project) of GX Works2 (Sold separately)
GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)

SH-080921E
Describes how to operate the parameter settings, monitor, predefined protocol support function, and others
(13JU69)
of the intelligent function modules on GX Works2 (Sold separately)
REMARK
If you would like to obtain a manual individually, printed matters are available
separately. Order the manual by quoting the manual number on the table above
(model code).
COMPLIANCE WITH THE EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES
(1) For programmable controller system

To ensure that Mitsubishi Electric programmable controllers maintain EMC and
Low Voltage Directives when incorporated into other machinery or equipment,
certain measures may be necessary. Please refer to one of the following
manuals.
• QCPU User’s Manual (Hardware Design, Maintenance and Inspection)
• Safety Guidelines
(This manual is included with the CPU module or the base unit.)
The CE mark on the side of the programmable controller indicates compliance
with EMC and Low Voltage Directives.
(2) For the product

No additional measures are necessary for the compliance of this product with the
EMC and Low Voltage Directives.
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ABOUT THE GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Unless otherwise specified, this manual uses the following generic terms and
abbreviations.
Abbreviation/general terms Description of the abbreviation/general terms

Generic term for Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q62DA, Q64DA, Q68DAV,
D/A converter module
Q68DAI.
DOS/V personal computer IBM PC/AT® or compatible computer with DOS/V.
GX Developer
Product name of the software package for the MELSEC programmable controllers.
GX Works2
Generic term for digital-analog converter module setting and monitor tool GX
GX Configurator-DA
Configurator-DA (SW2D5C-QDAU-E).
Generic term for Basic model QCPU, High Performance model QCPU, Process CPU,
QCPU (Q mode)
Redundant CPU, and Universal model QCPU.
Basic model QCPU Generic term for Q00JCPU, Q00CPU, and Q01CPU.
High Performance model Generic term for Q02CPU, Q02HCPU, Q06HCPU, Q12HCPU, and Q25HCPU.
QCPU
Process CPU Generic term for Q02PHCPU, Q06PHCPU, Q12PHCPU, and Q25PHCPU.
Redundant CPU Generic term for the Q12PRHCPU and Q25PRHCPU.
Generic term for Q00UJCPU, Q00UCPU, Q01UCPU, Q02UCPU, Q03UDCPU,
Q03UDVCPU, Q03UDECPU, Q04UDHCPU, Q04UDVCPU, Q04UDEHCPU,
Universal model QCPU Q06UDHCPU, Q06UDVCPU, Q06UDEHCPU, Q10UDHCPU, Q10UDEHCPU,
Q13UDHCPU, Q13UDVCPU, Q13UDEHCPU, Q20UDHCPU, Q20UDEHCPU,
Q26UDHCPU, Q26UDVCPU, Q26UDEHCPU, Q50UDEHCPU, and Q100UDEHCPU.
Personal computer Generic term for DOS/V personal computer.
Generic term for analog input ranges 1 to 5V, 0 to 5V, -10 to 10V, 4 to 20mA and 0 to
Industrial shipment setting
20mA.
FB Abbreviation of function block.
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PRODUCT STRUCTURE
The product structure of this product is given in the table below.
Model code Product name Quantity

Q62DAN Q62DAN Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q64DAN Q64DAN Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q68DAVN Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q68DAVN
FG terminal L-Shaped metal fitting 1
Q68DAIN Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q68DAIN
Q62DA Q62DA Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q64DA Q64DA Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q68DAV Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q68DAV
Q68DAI Model Digital-Analog Converter module 1
Q68DAI
SW2D5C-QDAU-E GX Configurator-DA Version 2 (1-license product) (CD-ROM) 1
SW2D5C-QDAU-EA GX Configurator-DA Version 2 (Multiple-license product) (CD-ROM) 1
DISCONTINUED MODELS
The models in the table below are described in this manual, but are no longer
produced.
For the onerous repair term after discontinuation of production, refer to
"WARRANTY".
Model Production discontinuation

Q62DA December 2007
Q64DA December 2007
Q68DAV December 2007
Q68DAI December 2007
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1 OVERVIEW
MELSEC-Q
1 OVERVIEW
1 This User's Manual provides the specifications, handling instructions and
programming methods for the following digital-analog converter modules that are
used in combination with MELSEC-Q series CPU modules (hereinafter referred to as
programmable controller CPU).
• Q62DAN type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q62DAN)
• Q64DAN type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q64DAN)
• Q68DAVN type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q68DAVN)
• Q68DAIN type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q68DAIN)
• Q62DA type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q62DA)
• Q64DA type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q64DA)
• Q68DAV type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q68DAV)
• Q68DAI type digital-analog converter module (hereinafter referred to as the Q68DAI)
In this manual, the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q62DA, Q64DA,
Q68DAV and Q68DAI are collectively referred to as the D/A (Digital-Analog) converter
modules.
1.1 Features
(1) Available models
• Q62DAN, Q62DA ............. 2 channels: Voltage or current output can be selected for
each channel.
• Q64DAN, Q64DA ............. 4 channels: Voltage or current output can be selected for
each channel.
• Q68DAVN, Q68DAV ........ 8 channels: All of which are voltage output.
• Q68DAIN, Q68DAI ........... 8 channels: All of which are current output.
(2) Improved security and noise immunity (Q62DAN, Q64DAN,
Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN only)
Since isolation is provided between the external power supply and
analog output channels, the security and noise immunity have been
increased.
(3) High-speed conversion processing
Conversion processing is performed at a speed of 80 s/channel.
(4) High degree of accuracy
The conversion accuracy is ± 0.1% (When the ambient temperature is 25 ± 5 °C).
(5) Changing the resolution mode
The resolution mode can be changed according to the application, and digital-
value resolution settings of 1/4000, 1/12000 or 1/16000 can be selected.
(6) Changing the output range
1
The output range can easily be changed using GX Developer.
1 The output range refers to the type of offset/gain settings. The most
frequently used range is set as the default but the user can also specify their
own offset/gain settings.
(7) Synchronous output function
This function sets a constant time (120 s) until the analog value is output after
the digital value is written from the programmable controller CPU. Highly
accurate analog control can be achieved by combining this function with a
constant cycle execution type program for the programmable controller CPU or
1
the constant scan function .
1 The constant scan function executes the sequence program within a
fixed time interval.
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(8) Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function

This function is set to either retain or clear the analog output value when the CPU
module is in the STOP status or when a stop error occurs. 1
(9) Easy settings with GX Configurator-DA
The number of sequence programs can be reduced since GX Configurator-DA
(sold separately) allows the D/A converter module settings on the screen.
Also, GX Configurator-DA simplifies checking of the module settings and
operation status.
1
FB can be automatically created from intelligent function module parameters
set in advance to use them in a sequence program.
1 FB is the function for making a circuit block used in a sequence program
repeatedly a part (FB) to use it in the sequence program.
This function can improve the efficiency of program development and
minimize program bugs to improve program qualities.
For the details of FB, refer to "GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual
(Function Block)."
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1.2 Functions Added to Function Version B and Later
(1) Functions added to function version B D/A converter module

The functions added by the function version B D/A converter module are listed
below.
Item Function overview Reference section

Compatible with a Multiple CPU system.
Multiple CPU system
A programmable controller CPU of function version B or later are Section 2.1
compatibility
required.
Analog output test during When the CH output enable/disable flag is forced on during
programmable controller programmable controller CPU STOP, the D/A converted value is Section 3.2.3
CPU STOP output.
The resolution mode can be changed according to the application, and
Resolution mode Section 3.2
a resolution setting can be selected from 1/4000, 1/12000 and 1/16000.
High resolution mode
This turns on when in high resolution mode. Section 3.3
status flag (X8)
POINT
(1) Refer to Appendix 1.1 for a comparison of functions of the function version.
(2) Refer to Section 2.3 on how to check the function version.
(2) Functions added to function version C D/A converter module

The functions added by the function version C D/A converter module are listed
below.
Item Function overview Reference section

You can change the module without stopping the system.
Online module change A programmable controller CPU of function version C or later is Chapter 7
required.
Mode switching setting (buffer memory address 158, 159: Un\G158,
Un\G159) and Operating condition setting request (Y9), the module is
Section 3.4.12
switched between the normal mode and offset/gain setting mode
without the programmable controller CPU being reset.
Mode switching that does
Using the dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN), the module is
not require programmable
switched between the normal mode and offset/gain setting mode Appendix 3.1
controller CPU to be reset
without the programmable controller CPU being reset.
Using GX Configurator-DA, the module is switched between the normal
mode and offset/gain setting mode without the programmable controller Section 5.6.2
CPU being reset.
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This chapter explains the system configuration of the D/A converter module.
2.1 Applicable Systems
This section describes the applicable systems. 2
(1) Applicable modules and base units, and No. of modules

(a) When mounted with a CPU module
For the applicable modules, the number of modules, and base units
applicable to the D/A converter module, refer to the user’s manual for the
CPU module used.
Note the following when the D/A converter module is mounted with a CPU
module.
• Depending on the combination with other modules or the number of
mounted modules, power supply capacity may be insufficient. Pay
attention to the power supply capacity before mounting modules, and if
the power supply capacity is insufficient, change the combination of
modules.
• Mount a module within the number of I/O points for the CPU module. If
the number of slots is within the available range, the module can be
mounted on any slot.
REMARK
When the module is used with a C Controller module, refer to the user’s manual for
the C Controller module.
(b) Mounting to a MELSECNET/H remote I/O station

For the applicable MELSECNET/H remote I/O station, the number of
mountable modules, and the applicable base units, refer to the Q
Corresponding MELSECNET/H Network System Reference Manual
(Remote I/O Network).
(2) Support of the multiple CPU system

When using the D/A converter module in a multiple CPU system, refer to the
following manual first.
• QCPU User's Manual (Multiple CPU System)
(3) Compatibility with Online module change

To make an Online module change, use the module of function version C or
later.
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(4) Supported software packages

The relationship between the system including the D/A converter module and the
software package is shown in the following table.
GX Developer or GX Works2 is necessary when using the D/A converter module.
Software Version
GX Configurator-DA 1, 2
GX Developer GX Works2
2
Single CPU system Version 7 or later Version 1.10L or later
(cannot be used with the
Q00J/Q00/Q01CPU
SW0D5C-QDAU-E 60G
Multiple CPU system Version 8 or later or earlier versions).
SW0D5C-QDAU-E 00A
Single CPU system Version 4 or later
Q02/Q02H/Q06H/ or later
Q12H/Q25HCPU SW0D5C-QDAU-E 20C
Multiple CPU system Version 6 or later
or later
Single CPU system Version 8.68W or
Q02PH/Q06PHCPU Version 1.13P or later
Multiple CPU system later (cannot be used with the
Single CPU system Version 7.10L SW0D5C-QDAU-E 60G
Q12PH/Q25PHCPU or earlier versions).
Multiple CPU system or later
Q12PRH/ Redundant CPU Version 8.45X or
Version 1.15R or later
Q25PRHCPU system later
Q00UJ/Q00U Single CPU system Version 8.78G or
Refer to the GX Works2
Q01UCPU Multiple CPU system later
Version 1 Operating
Q02U/Q03UD/ Single CPU system Manual (Common).
Version 8.48A or
Q04UDH/
Multiple CPU system later
Q06UDHCPU
Q10UDH/ Single CPU system Version 8.78G or
Q20UDHCPU Multiple CPU system later
Version 2.06G or later
Q13UDH/ Single CPU system Version 8.62Q
Q26UDHCPU Multiple CPU system or later
Q03UDE/Q04UDEH/ Single CPU system
Version 8.68W
Q06UDEH/Q13UDEH/
Multiple CPU system or later
Q26UDEHCPU
Q10UDH/ Single CPU system Version 8.78G or
Q20UDHCPU Multiple CPU system later
CPU modules other Single CPU system
Not supported Not supported
than the above Multiple CPU system
If installed in a MELSECNET/H remote I/O SW0D5C-QDAU-E 50F
Version 6 or later
station or later
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1: Refer to Appendix 1.2 for the combinations of the D/A converter module functions and
GX Configurator-DA software versions.
When using the Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q68DAV or Q68DAI, use SW0D5C-QDAU-E
60G or later.
2: The Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN and Q68DAIN can be selected for GX
Configurator-DA Version 2.03D or later.
To use the software package of an earlier version, select a model name from which
suffix "N" is removed.
POINT
(1) The products of function version C include the functions of the products of
function versions A and B.
(2) Depending on the version of GX Configurator-DA, CPU modules and functions
of the D/A converter module differ.
(3) When using GX Works2, refer to the following:
• GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common)
• GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)
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2.2 Precautions on System Configuration
(1) Using D/A converter module with Redundant CPU
(a) Dedicated instruction

The dedicated instruction cannot be used.
(b) GX Configurator-DA
GX Configurator-DA cannot be used when accessing the Redundant CPU
via an intelligent function module on an extension base unit from GX
Developer.
Connect a personal computer to the Redundant CPU with a communication
path indicated below.
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2.3 Checking Function Version, Serial Number, and Software Version
This section describes how to check the function version of the D/A converter module
and the GX Configuration-DA software version.
(1) Checking the function version and serial number of the D/A
converter module
The serial number and function version of the D/A converter module are
described in the rating plate, on the front part of the module, or displayed in the
System monitor dialog box developer.
(a) Checking on the rating plate on the side of the D/A converter module
Serial No. (first 5 digits)

Function version
11011 C
Relevant regulation standards
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(b) Checking on the front of the module

The serial number and function version on the rating plate is shown on the
front (at the bottom) of the module.
(c) Checking on the System monitor dialog box (Product Information List)
To display the system monitor, select [Diagnostics] [System monitor]
and click the Product Information List button of GX Developer.
Function version
Serial No. Product No.
1) Displaying the product No.

Since the D/A converter modules do not support the display function,
"-" is displayed in the "Product No." field.
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POINT
The serial number displayed on the Product information list dialog box of GX
Developer may differ from that on the rating plate and on the front of the module.
• The serial number on the rating plate and front part of the module indicates the
management information of the product.
• The serial number displayed on the Product information list dialog box of GX
Developer indicates the function information of the product.
The function information of the product is updated when a new function is added.
(2) Checking the software version of GX Configurator-DA

The software version of GX Configurator-DA can be checked by selecting [Help]
[Product information] of GX Developer.
Software version
(In the case of GX Developer Version 7)
REMARK
The version indication for the GX Configurator-DA has been changed as shown
below from the SW0D5C-QDAU-E 60G upgrade product.
Previous product Upgrade and subsequent versions
SW0D5C-QDAU-E 60G GX Configurator-DA Version 1.10L
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3.1 Performance Specifications
3.1.1 Performance specifications list

(1) Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN
Table 3.1 Performance specifications list
Model name
Q62DAN Q64DAN Q68DAVN Q68DAIN
Item
Number of analog input channels 2 channels 4 channels 8 channels
3 Digital input
16-bit signed binary (normal resolution mode: -4096 to 4095,
high resolution mode: -12288 to 12287, -16384 to 16383)
Voltage –10 to 10 V DC (External load resistance value: 1 k to 1M ) —
0 to 20 mA DC
Analog output 0 to 20 mA DC
Current — (External load resistance
(External load resistance value: 0 to 600 )
value: 0 to 600 )
Normal resolution mode High resolution mode

Analog output range Maximum Maximum
Digital input value Digital input value
resolution resolution
0 to 5V 1.25 mV 0.416 mV
0 to 4000 0 to 12000
1 to 5V 1.0 mV 0.333 mV
I/O characteristics, Voltage -10 to 10V 2.5 mV -16000 to 16000 0.625 mV
Maximum resolution User range -4000 to 4000
0.75 mV -12000 to 12000 0.333 mV
setting
0 to 20 mA 5 A 1.66 A
0 to 4000 0 to 12000
4 to 20 mA 4 A 1.33 A
Current
User range
-4000 to 4000 1.5 A -12000 to 12000 0.83 A
setting
Accuracy Ambient temperature
(Accuracy in Within ± 0.1 % (Voltage: ±10 mV, Current: ± 20 A)
25 ± 5 °C
respect to
maximum analog Ambient temperature
Within ± 0.3 % (Voltage: ± 30 mV, Current: ± 60 A)
output value) 1 0 to 55 °C
Conversion speed 80 s/channel
Absolute Voltage ± 12 V —
maximum output Current 21 mA — 21 mA
E2PROM write count Max. 100 thousand times
Output short circuit protection Available
Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply : Photo coupler insulation
Insulation method Between output channels : No insulation
Between external supply power and analog output : Transformer insulation
Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply: 500VAC for 1 minute
Dielectric withstand voltage
Between external supply power and analog output: 500VAC for 1 minute
Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply: 500VDC 20M or more
Insulation resistance
Between external supply power and analog output: 500VDC 20M or more
I/O occupied points 16 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent 16 points)
External interface 18-points terminal block
Applicable wire size 0.3 to 0.75 mm2
FG terminal: R1.25-3, 1.25-YS3, RAV1.25-3, V1.25-YS3A
R 1.25-3
Applicable solderless terminal Other terminals than FG: R1.25-3 (A solderless terminal
(A solderless terminal with sleeve cannot be used) with sleeve cannot be used)
24 V DC + 20 %, – 15 %
Ripple, spike 500 mV P-P or less
External supply power Inrush current: 4.7 A, Inrush current: 4.7 A, Inrush current: 4.7 A, Inrush current: 4.7 A,
within 280 s within 280 s within 280 s within 280 s
0.15 A 0.24 A 0.20 A 0.27 A
Internal current consumption (5 V DC) 0.33 A 0.34 A 0.38 A 0.38 A
Weight 0.19 kg 0.20 kg 0.20 kg 0.20 kg
1: D/A converter modules need to be powered on 30 minutes prior to operation for compliance to the
specification (accuracy).
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REMARK
Refer to the user's manual for the CPU module being used for the general
specifications for the D/A converter module.
(2) Q62DA, Q64DA, Q68DAV, and Q68DAI

Table 3.2 Performance specifications list
Model name
Q62DA Q64DA Q68DAV Q68DAI
Item
Number of analog input channels 2 channels 4 channels 8 channels

16-bit signed binary (normal resolution mode: -4096 to 4095,
Digital input high resolution mode: -12288 to 12287, -16384 to 16383)
Voltage –10 to 10 V DC (External load resistance value: 1 k to 1M ) —
0 to 20 mA DC
3
Analog output 0 to 20 mA DC
Current — (External load resistance
(External load resistance value: 1)
value: 1)

Analog output range Maximum
Digital input value Maximum resolution Digital input value
resolution
0 to 5V 1.25 mV 0.416 mV
0 to 4000 0 to 12000
1 to 5V 1.0 mV 0.333 mV
I/O characteristics, Voltage
-10 to 10V 2.5 mV -16000 to 16000 0.625 mV
Maximum resolution -4000 to 4000
User range
0.75 mV -12000 to 12000 0.333 mV
setting
0 to 20 mA 5 A 1.66 A
0 to 4000 0 to 12000
4 to 20 mA 4 A 1.33 A
Current
User range
-4000 to 4000 1.5 A -12000 to 12000 0.83 A
setting
Accuracy Ambient temperature

(Accuracy in Within ± 0.1 % (Voltage: ±10 mV, Current: ± 20 A)
25 ± 5 °C
respect to
maximum analog Ambient temperature
Within ± 0.3 % (Voltage: ± 30 mV, Current: ± 60 A)
output value) 0 to 55 °C
Conversion speed 80 s/channel
Absolute Voltage ± 12 V —
maximum output Current 21 mA — 21 mA
E2PROM write count Max. 100 thousand times
Output short circuit protection Available
Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply : Photo coupler insulation
Insulation method Between output channels : No insulation
Between external supply power and analog output : No insulation
Dielectric withstand voltage Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply: 500VAC for 1 minute
Insulation resistance Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply: 500VDC 20M or more
I/O occupied points 16 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent 16 points)
External interface 18-points terminal block
Applicable wire size 0.3 to 0.75 mm2
FG terminal: R1.25-3, 1.25-YS3, RAV1.25-3, V1.25-YS3A
R 1.25-3
Applicable solderless terminal Other terminals than FG: R1.25-3 (A solderless terminal with
(A solderless terminal with sleeve cannot be used) sleeve cannot be used)
24 V DC + 20 %, – 15 %
Ripple, spike 500 mV P-P or less
External supply power Inrush current: 1.9 A, Inrush current: 3.1 A, Inrush current: 3.3 A, Inrush current: 3.1 A,
within 300 s within 300 s within 70 s within 75 s
0.12 A 0.18 A 0.19 A 0.28 A
Internal current consumption (5 V DC) 0.33 A 0.34 A 0.39 A 0.38 A
Weight 0.19 kg 0.18 kg
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1 When the voltage of the external power supply is less than 22.85V DC, the analog output current and the
external load resistance value are as follows.
20 External power supply

18.5 22.85V to 28.8V
Analog output current 22V
17.3 21V
16.5 20.4V
(mA)
480 510 550 600

External load resistance value( )
REMARK
Refer to the user's manual for the CPU module being used for the general
specifications for the D/A converter module.
3.1.2 I/O conversion characteristics
I/O conversion characteristics are used for converting the digital value written from the
programmable controller CPU to an analog output value (voltage or current output),
and represented by inclined straight lines when offset and gain values are included.
Offset value
The offset value is the analog output value (voltage or current) when the digital input
value set from the programmable controller CPU is 0.
Gain value
The gain value denotes the analog output value (voltage or current) when the digital
input value set from the programmable controller CPU is
4000 (in normal resolution mode),
12000 (when 1 to 5V, 0 to 5V, 4 to 20 mA, 0 to 20 mA or the user range setting is
selected in high resolution mode),
16000 (when -10 to 10V is selected in high resolution mode).
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(1) Voltage output characteristic

(a) Voltage output characteristic in normal resolution mode
Figure 3.1 shows a graph of the voltage output characteristic in normal
resolution mode.
10
3)
Practical analog output range

1)
Analog output value (V)
1 2)
0
-5
-10
-4096 -4000 -2000 0 2000 4000 4095
Digital input value
Maximum
Number Output range setting Offset value Gain value Digital input value
resolution
1) 1 to 5 V 1V 5V 1.0 mV
0 to 4000
2) 0 to 5 V 0V 5V 1.25 mV
3) –10 to 10 V 0V 10 V –4000 to 4000 2.5 mV
— User range setting 1 1
–4000 to 4000 0.75 mV
Figure 3.1 Voltage output characteristic in normal resolution mode
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(b) Voltage output characteristic in high resolution mode

Figure 3.2 shows a graph of the voltage output characteristic in high
resolution mode.
10
3)

5
1)
1 2)
0
-5
-10
-16384 -16000 -8000 0 8000 12000 16000 16383

12287
Digital input value
Maximum
resolution
1) 1 to 5 V 1V 5V 0.333 mV
0 to 12000
2) 0 to 5 V 0V 5V 0.416 mV
3) –10 to 10 V 0V 10 V –16000 to 16000 0.625 mV
–12000 to 12000 0.333 mV
Figure 3.2 Voltage output characteristic in high resolution mode
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POINT
(1) Set within the digital input range and analog output range for each output
range.
If these ranges are exceeded, the maximum resolution and accuracy may not
fall within the performance specifications. (Avoid using the dotted line area
shown in Figures 3.1 and 3.2.)
(2) Set the offset/gain values for the user setting range 1 within a range in
which the following conditions are satisfied.
(a) Setting range is from –10 to 10 V.
(b) Without using the utility package
Normal resolution mode setting: { (Gain value) - (Offset value) } > 3.0V
High resolution mode setting: { (Gain value) - (Offset value) } ≥ 4.0V
(c) Using the utility package
Normal resolution mode setting: { (Gain value) - (Offset value) } > 3.0V
High resolution mode setting: { (Gain value) - (Offset value) } > 4.0V
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(2) Current output characteristic

(a) Current output characteristic in normal resolution mode
Figure 3.3 shows a graph of the current output characteristic in normal
resolution mode.
20
15

Analog output value (mA)
10
1)
2)
5
4
0 2000 4000 4095
Digital input value
Maximum
resolution
1) 4 to 20 mA 4 mA 20 mA 4 A
0 to 4000
2) 0 to 20 mA 0 mA 20 mA 5 A

–4000 to 4000 1.5 A
Figure 3.3 Current output characteristic in normal resolution mode
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(b) Current output characteristic in high resolution mode

Figure 3.4 shows a graph of the current output characteristic in high
resolution mode.
Maximum
resolution
1) 4 to 20 mA 4 mA 20 mA 1.66 A
0 to 12000
2) 0 to 20 mA 0 mA 20 mA 1.33 A
–12000 to 12000 0.83 A
Figure 3.4 Current output characteristic in high resolution mode
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POINT
(1) Set within the digital input range and analog output range for each output
range.
If these ranges are exceeded, the maximum resolution and accuracy may not
fall within the performance specifications. (Avoid using the dotted line area
shown in Figures 3.3 and 3.4.)
(2) Set the offset/gain values for the user setting range 1 within a range in
which the following conditions are satisfied.
(a) Setting range is from 0 to 20 mA
(b) Normal resolution mode setting:
{ (Gain value) - (Offset value) } > 6.0mA
High resolution mode setting:
{ (Gain value) - (Offset value) } > 10.0mA
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3.1.3 Accuracy
Accuracy is represented with respect to the maximum analog output value.

Accuracy does not change and remains within the range listed in the performance
specification even if the output characteristic is changed by changing offset/gain
settings, output range and resolution mode.
Figure 3.5 shows the range of fluctuation in accuracy when a -10 to 10V range is
selected and in normal resolution mode.
Accuracy for the analog output is within ± 0.1% (± 10 mV) when the ambient
temperature is 25 ± 5 °C and within ± 0.3% (± 30 mV) when the ambient temperature
is 0 to 55°C.
10
Fluctuation range
–10
–4000 0 +4000
Digital input value
Figure 3.5 Accuracy
3.1.4 Conversion speed
The conversion speed for the D/A converter module is "80 s the number of
conversion enabled channels".
By setting the unused channels to D/A conversion disabled in buffer memory address
0 (Un\G0), the conversion speed can be increased.
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3.2 D/A Converter Module Function
Table 3.3 shows the function of the D/A converter modules.
Table 3.3 Function list

Item Function Reference section
(1) Specifies whether to enable or disable the D/A conversion for each channel.
D/A conversion enable/disable (2) By disabling the D/A conversion for the channels that are not used, the conversion speed can Section 3.4.4
be shortened.
D/A output enable/disable (1) Specifies whether to output the D/A converted value or output the offset value for each channel.
Section 3.3.1
function (2) The conversion speed stays constant regardless of whether D/A output is enabled or disabled.
Synchronous output function (1) An analog output synchronized with the programmable controller CPU can be obtained. Section 3.2.1
Analog output HOLD/CLEAR (1) The output analog value can be retained when the programmable controller CPU module is
Section 3.2.2
function placed in the STOP status or when an error occurs.
Analog output test during
(1) When CH Output enable/disable flag is forced on during programmable controller CPU STOP,
programmable controller CPU Section 3.2.3
the D/A converted analog value is output.
STOP
(1) The resolution mode can be changed according to the application, and a resolution setting can
be selected from 1/4000, 1/12000 and 1/16000.
Section 3.1.1
Resolution mode (2) The resolution mode setting is applicable to all channels in block.
Section 4.5
(3) Refer to Section 3.1.1 for the digital input values and maximum resolution in normal resolution
mode and high resolution mode.
Online module change (1) A module change is made without the system being stopped. Chapter 7
3.2.1 Synchronous output function
An analog output that is synchronized with the programmable controller CPU can be
obtained.
The analog output will be updated after Synchronous output request (YD) is set to on
and the time specified as "Programmable controller CPU processing time + 120 s"
has elapsed.
However, the analog output will be fixed to CH1, and other channels (CH2 to CH8)
cannot be used.
When the module is mounted on a remote I/O station, the analog output will not be
synchronized because of a link scan delay if the synchronous output function is specified.
Digital write from the

programmable controller
CPU
Synchronous output
request (YD)
Analog output value

Always constant
<Program example>
Write command
T0 H0 K1 D0 K1 Digital value write
DELTA DYD Outputs synchronous

output request as a pulse
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3.2.2 Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function
(1) For the case where the programmable controller CPU is placed in STOP or in a
stop error status, whether to hold (HOLD) or clear (CLEAR) the analog output
value can be set.
(2) Set the HOLD/CLEAR in "Switch 3" (HOLD/CLEAR function setting) cell of
Switch setting for I/O and intelligent function module dialog box. (Refer to Section
4.5 (1))
(3) Depending on combinations of the HOLD/CLEAR setting, D/A conversion
enable/disable setting, and CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y8), the
analog out-put status varies as shown in Table 3.4.
Table 3.4 Analog output status combination list

D/A conversion enable/disable
Enable Disable
Setting (buffer memory address 0: Un\G0)
combination
execution CH Output enable/disable flags (Y1 to Y8) Enable Disable Enable or disable
status
HOLD/CLEAR setting HOLD CLEAR HOLD or CLEAR HOLD or CLEAR
Analog output status when programmable controller CPU is Outputs the analog value of the
Offset 0 V/0 mA
RUN D/A converted digital value.
Analog output status when programmable controller CPU is
Hold Offset Offset 0 V/0 mA
STOP
Analog output status when a programmable controller CPU
Hold Offset Offset 0 V/0 mA
stop error occurs
Analog output status when a watchdog timer error 1 occurs
0 V/0 mA 0 V/0 mA 0 V/0 mA 0 V/0 mA
in D/A converter module
1 This occurs when program operations are not completed within the scheduled time due to a hardware
problem of the D/A converter module. When a watchdog timer error occurs, Module ready (X0) turns off
and the D/A converter module RUN LED turns off.
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POINT
The following conditions should be satisfied when the analog output HOLD/CLEAR
function is used on a MELSECNET/H remote I/O station.
• The master module of function version D or later and the remote I/O module of
function version D or later are required.
• Validate the station unit block guarantee of the send side cyclic data.
• The setting for holding the D/A converter module output in the case of a link
error must be made in the "Error time output mode in the I/O assignment setting".
(Refer to Section 4.5 (2).) The HOLD/CLEAR setting by the intelligent function
module switch is invalid.
This setting is validated on a per-module basis, and is not made on a per-
channel basis. Therefore, to make the output status at a stop error or STOP of
the programmable controller CPU matched with the output status at a link error,
set the same HOLD/CLEAR setting to all channels. (Refer to the table below.)
HOLD/CLEAR setting
Error time output mode
(Same setting to all channels)
Hold analog output Hold HOLD
Clear analog output
Clear CLEAR
(Output offset value)
For the station unit block guarantee of the cyclic data, refer to the Q
Corresponding MELSECNET/H Network System Reference Manual (Remote I/O
Network).
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3.2.3 Analog output test during programmable controller CPU STOP
(1) During the programmable controller CPU STOP, an analog output test as shown
in Table 3.5 can be performed.
(2) The analog output test performs the following operations in GX Developer device
testing or GX configurator-DA selection testing described in Section 5.6.1.
(a) Set D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer memory address 0: Un\G0) of

the channel to be tested to enable.
(b) Turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on. (Refer to
Section 3.3.2)
(c) Check that Operating condition setting completed flag (X9) turns off, and
turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from on to off.
(d) Enable (off on) Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y8) of the channel
where the test is to be conducted.
(e) Write a digital value corresponding to the desired analog output value in
CH Digital value (refer to Table 3.7 in Section 3.4.1) in the buffer memory.
This function is performed with the D/A converter module of function version B or
later.
Table 3.5 List of analog output test

D/A conversion enable/disable
Setting Enable Disable
(Un\G0)
combination
CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y8) Enable Disable Enable disable
Not allowed 1
Analog output test Allowed Not allowed
1 Perform the analog output test after changing D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer
memory address 0: Un\G0) to enable.
POINT
When the digital value storage device has been set in the automatic refresh setting
of GX Configurator-DA, the buffer memory is overwritten since automatic refresh is
performed if the programmable controller CPU is during STOP.
In this case, write a digital value to the digital value storage device instead of the
buffer memory.
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3.3 I/O Signals for the Programmable Controller CPU
3.3.1 List of I/O signals
Table 3.6 shows a list of the I/O signals for the D/A converter modules.
The following explanation is mentioned based on the Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q68DAV
and Q68DAI with 8-channel analog output (CH1 to CH8).
Note that I/O numbers (X/Y) shown in this chapter and thereafter are the values when
the start I/O number for the D/A converter module is set to 0.
Table 3.6 List of I/O signal

Signal direction D/A converter module CPU module Signal direction CPU module D/A converter module
Device No Signal name Device No. Signal name
Use prohibited 1
X0 Module ready Y0
X1 Y1 CH1 Output enable/disable flag
X2 Y2 CH2 Output enable/disable flag
Y3 2
X3 CH3 Output enable/disable flag
Use prohibited 1 Y4 2
Y5 2
Y6 2
Y7 2
Y8 2
X8 High resolution mode status flag CH8 Output enable/disable flag
Operating condition setting
X9 Y9 Operating condition setting request
completed flag
XA Offset/gain setting mode flag YA User range writing request
XB Channel change completed flag YB Channel change request
XC Set value change completed flag YC Set value change request
XD Synchronous output mode flag YD Synchronous output request
Use prohibited 1 Use prohibited 1
XE YE
XF Error flag YF Error clear request
POINT
1 The Use prohibited signal cannot be used by the user since they are used by
the system. If these are turned on/off by the sequence program, the functioning
of the D/A converter module cannot be guaranteed.
2 For the Q62DAN and Q62DA, Y3 to Y8 Use prohibited.
For the Q64DAN and Q64DA, Y5 to Y8 Use prohibited.
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3.3.2 Details of I/O signals
I/O signals for the D/A converter module are explained in detail below.
(1) Input signals

Device No. Signal name Description
(1) When the programmable controller CPU is powered on or reset, this signal turns on
once the preparation for D/A conversion has been completed, and D/A conversion
processing is then performed.
X0 Module ready (2) When Module ready (X0) signal is off, D/A conversion processing is not performed.
Module ready (X0) turns off in the following situations:
• During offset/gain setting mode
• When the D/A converter module has a watchdog timer error
High resolution
X8 (1) This turns on when in high resolution mode.
mode status flag
(1) This is used as an interlock condition for turning Operating condition setting request
(Y9) on/off when the setting for D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer memory
address 0: Un\G0) is changed.
(2) Under the following conditions, Operating condition setting completed flag (X9) turns
off.
• Module ready (X0) is off.
• Operating condition setting request (Y9) is on
Performed by the D/A converter module
Operating
Performed by the sequence program
X9 condition setting
completed flag
Module ready (X0)
Operating condition
setting completed flag (X9)
Operating condition
setting request (Y9)
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[In offset/gain setting mode]
(1) This is used as an interlock condition for setting User range writing request (YA) to
on/off when registering the value after adjustment of the offset/gain settings have
been completed.
(2) Refer to Section 4.6 regarding the offset/gain settings.
Module ready (X0) OFF
Offset/gain setting mode flag (XA)
Offset/gain setting User range writing request (YA)

XA
mode flag
[In normal mode]
(1) This signal is used as an interlock condition to turn on/off User range writing request
(YA) when the user range is restored.
(2) Refer to Chapter 7 regarding the user range restoration.
Module ready (X0) ON
Offset/gain setting mode flag (XA)
User range writing request (YA)
(1) This is used as an interlock condition for setting Channel change request (YB) to
on/off when changing the channel for which the offset/gain settings are to be
performed.
(2) Refer to Section 4.6 regarding the offset/gain settings.
Offset/gain setting mode
Channel change
XB Offset/gain specifications
completed flag (buffer memory addresses 22 and 23:
Un\G22 and Un\G23)
Channel change completed

flag (XB)
Channel change request (YB)
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(1) This is used as an interlock condition for setting Set value change request (YC) to
on/off when adjusting the offset/gain settings.
(2) Refer to Section 4.6 regarding the offset and gain settings.
Set value change Performed by the sequence program
XC
completed flag
Set value change completed
flag (XC)
Set value change request (YC)
Synchronous
XD This flag turns on when the system is set to the synchronous output mode.
output mode flag
(1) Error flag (XF) turns on when a write error occurs.
(2) To turn Error flag (XF) off, remove the cause of the error and set Error clear request
(YF) to on.
XF Error flag Error flag (XF)
Error clear request (YF)
Error code is read during this interval.
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(2) Output signals

(1) Specifies whether to output the D/A converted value or offset value for each
channel.
CH Output
Y1 to Y8 on: D/A converted value off: Offset value
enable/disable flag
(2) The D/A conversion speed is constant regardless of whether the output
enable/disable flag is on or off.
Operating
(1) This turns on when the contents of D/A conversion enable/disable are validated.
Y9 condition setting
(2) Refer to the X9 column for the on/off timing.
request
[In offset/gain setting mode]
(1) This turns on when the values for the adjusted offset/gain settings are registered in
the D/A converter module.
(2) Refer to the XA column for on/off timing.
User range writing
YA Refer to Section 4.6 for offset/gain settings.
request
[In normal mode]
(1) Turn on this signal when restoring the user range.
(2) Refer to the XA column for the on/off timing.
Refer to Chapter 7 for the user range restoration.
(1) This turns on when changing the channel for which offset/gain settings are to be
Channel change
YB performed.
request
(2) Refer to the XB column for the on/off timing.
(1) This turns on/off when increasing or decreasing the analog output value during
Set value change adjustment of the offset/gain settings.
YC
request (2) The analog output is either increased or decreased based on the value that was
set in buffer memory address 24 (Un\G24).
Synchronous (1) While in the synchronous output mode, D/A conversion is performed and the
YD
output request analog value is output at the timing when Synchronous output request (YD) is on.
(1) This turns on when a write error is cleared.
YF Error clear request
(2) Refer to the XF column for on/off timing.
POINT
When User range writing request (YA) is turned on with D/A conversion enabled in
the normal mode, the D/A converter module restores the user range.
flag (XA)
User range writing request (YA)
During Restoration completed

Restoration processing restoration
During conversion During conversion disable

Conversion enable/disable enable

completed flag (X9)
request (Y9)
During restoration: D/A conversion disable

After restoration : D/A conversion processing can be executed in the restored user range
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3.4 Buffer Memory
The explanation in Section 3.4.5 and later is based on the

Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI in 8-channel analog output (CH1 to CH8).
3.4.1 Buffer memory assignment (Q62DAN/Q62DA)
This section describes the assignment of the Q62DAN/Q62DA buffer memory.

POINT
Do not write data from System area or sequence program to the buffer memory
area where writing is disabled. Doing so may cause malfunction.
Table 3.7 Buffer memory assignment (Q62DAN/Q62DA) (1/2)

Address 1 2 Reference
Description Default Read/write
Hexadecimal Decimal section
0H 0 D/A conversion enable/disable 3H R/W Section 3.4.5
1H 1 CH1 Digital value 0 R/W
Section 3.4.6
3H 3
to to System area — — —
AH 10
BH 11 CH1 Set value check code 0 R
Section 3.4.7
CH 12 CH2 Set value check code 0 R
DH 13
12H 18
13H 19 Error code 0 R/W Section 3.4.8
14H 20 Setting range (CH1 and CH2) 0H R Section 3.4.9
15H 21 System area — — —
16H 22 Offset/gain setting mode Offset specification 0 R/W
Section 3.4.10
17H 23 Offset/gain setting mode Gain specification 0 R/W
18H 24 Offset/gain adjustment value specification 0 R/W Section 3.4.11
19H 25
9DH 157
9EH 158 0 R/W
Mode switching setting Section 3.4.12
9FH 159 0 R/W
A0H 160
C7H 199
1 This is the initial value set after the power is turned on or the programmable controller CPU is reset.
2 Indicates whether reading from and writing to a sequence program are enabled.
R : Reading enabled W : Writing enabled
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C8H 200 Pass data classification setting 3 0 R/W Section 3.4.13

C9H 201 System area — — —
CH1 Industrial shipment settings offset value 3
CAH 202 0 R/W
CH1 Industrial shipment settings gain value 3
CBH 203 0 R/W
CCH 204 CH2 Industrial shipment settings offset value 3 0 R/W
CDH 205 CH2 Industrial shipment settings gain value 3 0 R/W
Section 3.4.14
CEH 206 CH1 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
CFH 207 CH1 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
CH2 User range settings offset value 3
D0H 208 0 R/W
CH2 User range settings gain value 3
D1H 209 0 R/W
3 Areas used to restore the user range settings offset/gain values when online module change is made.
Refer to chapter 7 for details of Online module change.
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3.4.2 Buffer memory assignment (Q64DAN/Q64DA)
This section describes the assignment of the Q64DAN/Q64DA buffer memory.

POINT

0H 0 D/A conversion enable/disable FH R/W Section 3.4.5
Section 3.4.6
5H 5
AH 10
Section 3.4.7
DH 13 CH3 Set value check code 0 R
EH 14 CH4 Set value check code 0 R
FH 15
12H 18
14H 20 Setting range (CH1 to CH4) 0H R Section 3.4.9
15H 21 System area — — —
16H 22 Offset/gain setting mode Offset specification 0 R/W
Section 3.4.10
17H 23 Offset/gain setting mode Gain specification 0 R/W
19H 25
9DH 157
9EH 158 0 R/W
9FH 159 0 R/W
A0H 160
C7H 199
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C8H 200 Pass data classification setting 3 0 R/W Section 3.4.13
C9H 201 System area — — —
CAH 202 CH1 Industrial shipment settings offset value 3 0 R/W
CBH 203 CH1 Industrial shipment settings gain value 3 0 R/W
CEH 206 CH3 Industrial shipment settings offset value 3 0 R/W
CFH 207 CH3 Industrial shipment settings gain value 3 0 R/W
D0H 208 CH4 Industrial shipment settings offset value 3 0 R/W
D1H 209 CH4 Industrial shipment settings gain value 3 0 R/W
Section 3.4.14
D2H 210 CH1 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
D3H 211 CH1 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
3 Areas used to restore the user range settings offset/gain values when Online module change is made.
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3.4.3 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAVN/Q68DAV)
This section describes the assignment of the Q68DAVN/Q68DAV buffer memory.

POINT
Table 3.9 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAVN/Q68DAV) (1/2)

0H 0 D/A conversion enable/disable FFH R/W Section 3.4.5
Section 3.4.6
9H 9
System area — — —
AH 10
Section 3.4.7
FH 15 CH5 Set value check code 0 R
10H 16 CH6 Set value check code 0 R
14H 20 Setting range (CH1 to CH4) 2222H R
Section 3.4.9
16H 22 0 R/W
Offset specification
Section 3.4.10
17H 23 0 R/W
Gain specification
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Table 3.9 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAVN/Q68DAV) (2/2)

19H 25
9DH 157
9EH 158 0 R/W
9FH 159 0 R/W
A0H 160
C9H 201
Section 3.4.14
DAH 218 CH1 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
DBH 219 CH1 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
DCH 220 CH2 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
DDH 221 CH2 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
DEH 222 CH3 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
DFH 223 CH3 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
E0H 224 CH4 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
E1H 225 CH4 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
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3.4.4 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAIN/Q68DAI)
The following explains based on the Q68DAIN/Q68DAI with 8-channel analog output
(CH1 to CH8).
POINT
Table 3.10 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAIN/Q68DAI) (1/2)

0H 0 D/A conversion enable/disable FFH R/W Section 3.4.5
Section 3.4.6
9H 9
AH 10
Section 3.4.7
FH 15 CH5 Set value check code 0 R
Section 3.4.9
16H 22 0 R/W
Offset specification
Section 3.4.10
17H 23 0 R/W
Gain specification
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Table 3.10 Buffer memory assignment (Q68DAIN/Q68DAI) (2/2)

19H 25
9DH 157
9EH 158 0 R/W
9FH 159 0 R/W
A0H 160
C9H 201
3
Section 3.4.14
DAH 218 CH1 User range settings offset value 0 R/W
DBH 219 CH1 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
DCH 220 CH2 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
DDH 221 CH2 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
DEH 222 CH3 User range settings offset value 3 0 R/W
DFH 223 CH3 User range settings gain value 3 0 R/W
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3.4.5 D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer memory address 0: Un\G0)
(1) Set whether D/A conversion is enabled or disabled for each channel.
(2) To validate a value set in D/A conversion enable/disable, turn on and off
Operating condition setting request (Y9). (Refer to Section 3.3.2.)
(3) By default, all channels are set to D/A conversion disabled.
(4) When the Q62DAN and Q62DA are used, b2 to b7 (CH3 to CH8) become invalid.
When the Q64DAN and Q64DA are used, b4 to b7 (CH5 to CH8) become invalid.
b15 b14 b13 b12 b11 b10 b9 b8 b7 b6 b5 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0
CH CH CH CH CH CH CH CH
Un\G0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
For Q62DAN, Q62DA, information for b2 to b15 is fixed at 0. 1: D/A conversion disabled
For Q64DAN, Q64DA, information for b4 to b15 is fixed at 0. 0: D/A conversion enabled
POINT
Design the system so that D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer memory address
0: Un\G0) changes to "Enable" after the external power (refer to Section 4.3) is
supplied.
Analog output may not properly be performed if the external power is not at the
specified voltage.
3.4.6 Digital value (buffer memory address 1 to 8: Un\G1 to Un\G8)
(1) This area is used to write digital values for performing D/A conversion from the
programmable controller CPU as 16-bit signed binary code.
(2) If a value outside the settable range is written, the upper or lower limit value of
the range is used for D/A conversion. (Refer to Table 3.11.) Also, if this happens,
a check code and an error code will be stored in CH Set value check code
(buffer memory address 11 to 18 : Un\G11 to 18) and Error code (buffer memory
address 19 : Un\G19) respectively.
(3) For the Q62DAN and Q62DA, Un\G3 to Un\G8 (CH3 to CH8) become invalid.
For the Q64DAN and Q64DA, Un\G5 to Un\G8 (CH5 to CH8) become invalid.
Table 3.11 Output range settings and valid range

Output range setting Digital value that is set Digital value that is set
Valid range Valid range
when a value outside the when a value outside the
(practical range) (practical range)
valid range is written valid range is written
0: 4 to 20 mA
1: 0 to 20 mA 0 to 4095 0 to 12287
4096 or larger: 4095 12288 or larger: 12287
(Practical range: (Practical range:
2: 1 to 5 V –1 or smaller: 0 –1 or smaller: 0
0 to 4000) 0 to 12000)
3: 0 to 5 V
–16384 to 16383
16384 or larger: 16383
4: –10 to 10 V (Practical range:
–4096 to 4095 –16385 or smaller: 16384
4096 or larger: 4095 –16000 to 16000)
(Practical range:
–4097 or smaller: –4096 –12288 to 12287
–4000 to 4000) 12288 or larger: 12287
F: User range setting (Practical range:
–12289 or smaller: –12288
–12000 to 12000)
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3.4.7 Set value check code (buffer memory address 11 to 18: Un\G11 to Un\G18)
(1) This area stores the result of checking whether a digital value that was set is
within or outside the valid range.
(2) When a digital value outside the valid range (refer to Table 3.11) is written, one
of the check codes listed in Table 3.12 is stored.
Table 3.12 Check code list

Check code Description
000FH A digital value exceeding the valid range was written.
00F0H A digital value that falls short of the valid range was written.
A digital value that either falls short or exceeds the valid range was
written.
For example, the 00FFH check code is stored if a digital value
00FFH
exceeding the valid range is written, and then, without the check
code being reset, a digital value that falls short of the valid range is
written.
(3) Once a check code is stored, it will not be reset even if the digital value is within
the valid range.
(4) To reset CH Set value check code (buffer memory address 11 to 18 : Un\G11
to 18), set Error clear request (YF) to on after rewriting the digital value so that it is
within the valid range.
(5) For the Q62DAN and Q62DA, Un\G13 to Un\G18 (CH3 to CH8) become invalid.
For the Q64DAN and Q64DA, Un\G15 to Un\G18 (CH5 to CH8) become invalid.
3.4.8 Error code (buffer memory address 19: Un\G19)
(1) Error code detected by the D/A converter module are stored.
(2) For details on Error code, refer to Section 8.1.
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3.4.9 Setting range (buffer memory address 20, 21: Un\G20, Un\G21)
(1) This area is used to confirm the setting range of the D/A converter module.
Settings for channels 1 to 4 are stored in Un\G20.
Settings for channels 5 to 8 are stored in Un\G21.
(2) For the Q62DAN and Q62DA, b8 to b15 (CH3 and 4 information) for Un\G20 and
Un\G21 (information of CH5 to CH8) are invalid.
For the Q64DAN and Q64DA, Un\G21 (CH5 to CH8 information) is invalid.
b15 to b12 b11 to b8 b7 to b4 b3 to b0
Un\G20 (setting range CH1 to CH4) CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1
Un\G21 (setting range CH5 to CH8) CH8 CH7 CH6 CH5
Output range Setting value

4 to 20 (mA) 0H
0 to 20 (mA) 1H
1 to 5 (V) 2H
0 to 5 (V) 3H
–10 to 10 (V) 4H
User range setting FH
(3) The default is 0H. The Q68DAVN and Q68DAV are operated in 2H (1 to 5 V)
setting even when 0H (default) is set for the output range setting so that 2H will be
stored.
POINT
Setting ranges cannot be changed by using Setting range (buffer memory
addresses 20, 21: Un\G20, Un\G21).
Change the setting range in the Switch setting for I/O and intelligent function
module dialog box. (Refer to Section 4.5.)
3.4.10 Offset/gain setting mode Offset/gain specification

(buffer memory address 22, 23: Un\G22, Un\G23)
(1) Specifies the channel to be adjusted for the offset/gain settings.
(2) Specification can be made for 1 channel only.

An offset/gain setting mode error (Error code 500) will occur if more than one
channel is specified at the same time.
(3) For the Q62DAN and Q62DA, b2 to b7 (CH3 to CH8) are invalid.
For the Q64DAN and Q64DA, b4 to b7 (CH5 to CH8) are invalid.
(4) Refer to Section 4.6 for the details of the offset/gain settings.
Un\G22 (Offset specification) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CH8 CH7 CH6 CH5 CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1
Un\G23 (Gain specification) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CH8 CH7 CH6 CH5 CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1
For Q62DAN, Q62DA, b2 to b15 information is fixed at 0. 1: Channel to be set

For Q64DAN, Q64DA, b4 to b15 information is fixed at 0. 0: Invalid
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3.4.11 Offset/gain adjustment value specification (buffer memory address 24: Un\G24)
(1) This area is used to set the amount of adjustment for analog output values in the
offset/gain setting mode.
(2) The valid input range is from –3000 to 3000.

When the input value is 1000, the analog output values can be adjusted by about
0.33 V for voltage output and about 0.65 mA for current output.
(3) Refer to Section 4.6 for the details of the offset/gain settings.
3.4.12 Mode switching setting (buffer memory address 158, 159: Un\G158, Un\G159)
(1) Set the values of the mode to which you want to switch.
(2) After setting the values, turning Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off
to on switches to that mode.
(3) When mode switching is performed, this area is cleared to zero and Operating
condition setting completed flag (X9) turns off.
After confirming that Operating condition setting completed flag (X9) has turned off,
turn off Operating condition setting request (Y9).
Set values
Mode to be switched to
Buffer memory address 158 Buffer memory address 159
Normal mode 0964H 4144H
Offset/gain setting mode 4144H 0964H
POINT
If the values written are other than the above, mode switching is not performed and
only the operating condition is changed.
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3.4.13 Pass data classification setting (buffer memory address 200: Un\G200)
(Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q62DA, and Q64DA only)
(1) Areas used to restore the user range settings offset/gain values when online
module change is made.
Refer to Chapter 7 for details of online module change.
(2) Specify whether the offset/gain values to be saved/restored are voltages or

currents when saving/restoring the offset/gain values of the user range setting.
0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 CH4 CH3 CH2 CH1
Q62DAN, Q62DA: Data in b2 to b15 are fixed to 0. 1: Current specified

Q64DAN, Q64DA: Data in b4 to b15 are fixed to 0. 0: Voltage specified
POINT
Refer to Section 4.6 for the offset/gain value setting method.
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3.4.14 Industrial shipment settings and User range settings Offset/gain value (buffer
memory address 202 to 233: Un\G202 to Un\G233)
(1) Areas used to restore the user range settings offset/gain values when online
module change is made.
Refer to chapter 7 for details of online module change.
(2) When the offset/gain values of the user range setting are restored, the used
data are stored.
The data are stored (saved) when:
• Initial setting write is performed by the utility;
• Operating condition setting request is set (Y9 turns from off to on 1); or
• The offset/gain values are written in the offset/gain setting mode (YA turns from
off to on).
1: The data are not saved when values have been written to Mode switching
setting area (buffer memory addresses 158, 159: Un\G158, Un\G159).
(3) When restoring the offset/gain values of the user range setting, set the data
saved here similarly into the corresponding area of the module where the data
will be restored.
(4) Buffer memory saving recording procedure for online module change
1) Set Pass data classification setting 1 (buffer memory address 200: Un\G200).
2) Turn on and off Operating condition setting request (Y9).
3) Compare the offset/gain values of CH Industrial shipment settings and User
range settings offset/gain value (buffer memory addresses 202 to 233:
Un\G202 to Un\G233) with the range reference values. Refer to Section 7.4
for the range reference values.
4) If the values are proper, record Offset/gain values of the Pass data
classification setting 1, Industrial shipment settings and User range settings.
1: The Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI do not require the setting and
recording of the Pass data classification setting.
POINT
Refer to Section 4.6 for the offset/gain value setting method.
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4.1 Handling Precautions
(1) Do not drop the module case or subject it to heavy impact.
(2) Do not remove the PCB of the module from its case. Doing so may cause the
module to fail.
(3) Be careful not to let foreign particles such as swarf or wire chips enter the
module. They may cause a fire, mechanical failure or malfunction.
(4) The top surface of the module is covered with a protective film to prevent foreign
objects such as wire burrs from entering the module during wiring. Do not remove
this film until the wiring is complete. Before operating the system, be sure to
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remove the film to provide adequate heat ventilation.
(5) Tighten the screws such as module fixing screws within the following ranges.
Loose screws may cause short circuits, failures, or malfunctions.
Screw location Tightening torque range
Module fixing screw (M3 screw) 1
0.36 to 0.48 N.m
Terminal block terminal screw (M3 screw) 0.42 to 0.58 N.m
Terminal block mounting screw (M3.5 screw) 0.66 to 0.89 N.m
FG terminals screw (M3 screw) 2 0.42 to 0.58 N.m
1: The module can be easily fixed onto the base unit using the hook at the top of
the module.
However, it is recommended to secure the module with the module fixing
screw if the module is subject to significant vibration.
2 Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q68DAV, Q68DAI only.
(6) While pressing the installation lever located at the bottom of module, insert the
module fixing tab into the fixing hole in the base unit until it stops. Improper
installation may result in malfunction, breakdown or the module coming loose and
dropping.
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4.2 Setup and Procedures before Operation
Start
Module mounting
Mount the D/A converter module in the specified
slot.
Wiring
Wire external devices to the D/A converter module.
Intelligent functional module switch settings

Perform settings using GX Developer
(Refer to Section 4.5).
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Use industrial shipment
settings.
Use user range settings?
Use user range settings
Offset/gain setting
If user range settings are used, perform the
offset and gain settings (Refer to Section 4.6).
NO
Use the utility package?
YES
Initial setting and automatic refresh setting

The program can be simplified if the utility
package is used for setting (Refer to Chapter 5).
Programming and debugging

Create and check the sequence program.
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4.3 Part Identification Nomenclature
This section explains each part name of the D/A converter module, providing examples
of the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN, and Q68DAIN.
The differences between the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q68DAVN, and Q68DAIN, also,
Q62DA, Q64DA, Q68DAV, and Q68DAI are model names, external dimensions, and
serial number plates.
For details, refer to Appendix 3 External Dimension Diagram.
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Number Name and appearance Description

1) RUN LED Displays the operating status of the D/A converter module.
On : Normal operation
Flashing : During offset/gain setting mode
Off : 5V power switched off, watchdog timer error occurred, or
online module change enabled
2) ERROR LED Displays the error status of the D/A converter module.
On : Error 1
Off : Normal operation
Flashing : Error in switch settings
Switch No. 5 of the intelligent function module has been
set to a value other than "0".
3) External power supply terminal This is the terminal for connecting the 24 V DC external power supply.
4) FG terminal Frame ground terminal
5) Serial number plate Indicates the serial No. of the D/A converter module.
1: Check Error code for details.
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Terminal Signal name

number Q62DAN, Q62DA Q64DAN, Q64DA Q68DAVN, Q68DAV Q68DAIN, Q68DAI
1 V+ V+ V+ I+
CH1 CH1
2 CH1 COM CH1 COM COM COM
3 I+ I+ V+ I+
CH2 CH2
4 Vacant Vacant COM COM
5 V+ V+ V+ I+
CH3 CH3
6 CH2 COM CH2 COM COM COM
7 I+ I+ V+ I+
CH4 CH4
9 Vacant V+ V+ I+
CH5 CH5
10 Vacant CH3 COM COM COM
11 Vacant I+ V+ I+
CH6 CH6
13 Vacant V+ V+ I+
CH7 CH7
14 Vacant CH4 COM COM COM
15 Vacant I+ V+ I+
CH8 CH8
16 24V COM COM
17 24G 24V
18 FG 24G
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4.4 Wiring
The wiring precautions and examples of module connection are provided below.
4.4.1 Wiring precautions
In order to optimize the functions of the D/A converter module and ensure system
reliability, external wiring that is protected from noise is required.
Please observe the following precautions for external wiring:
(1) Use separate cables for the AC control circuit and the external input signals of
the D/A converter module to avoid the influence of the AC side surges and
inductions.
(2) Do not mount the cables close to or bundle them with the main circuit line, a
high-voltage cable or a load cable from other than the programmable controller.
This may increase the effects of noise, surges and induction.
(3) Perform a one-point grounding for shielded lines and the shields of sealed
cables.
(4) A solderless terminal with insulating sleeve cannot be used for the terminal block.
Covering the cable- connection portion of the solderless terminal with a marked
tube or an insulation tube is recommended.
POINT
For using the Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q68DAV or Q68DAI, when it is difficult to wire
FG terminals due to the limited installation space, use FG terminal L-shaped metal
fitting.
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4.4.2 External wiring
(1) For voltage output of the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, or Q68DAVN
1 Use a twisted two core shielded wire for the power wire.
2 If there is noise or ripples in the external wiring, connect a 0.1 to 0.47
F 25V capacitor between the V+ terminal and COM.
(2) For current output of the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, or Q68DAIN
2 If there is noise or ripples in the external wiring, connect a 0.1 to 0.47
F 25V capacitor between the I+ terminal and COM.
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(3) For voltage output of the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, or Q68DAVN
2 If there is noise or ripples in the external wiring, connect a 0.1 to 0.47 F
25V capacitor between the V+ terminal and COM.
(4) For current output of the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, or Q68DAIN
2 If there is noise or ripples in the external wiring, connect a 0.1 to 0.47 F
25V capacitor between the I+ terminal and COM.
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4.5 Switch Setting for Intelligent Function Module
The settings for the intelligent function module are performed using the I/O assignment
settings of GX Developer.
(1) Setting item

The intelligent function module switches consist of switches 1 to 5 and are set
using 16 bit data. When the intelligent function module switches are not set, the
default value for switches 1 to 5 is 0.
Table 4.1 Switch setting item for intelligent function module

Setting item
Output range setting

Analog output range Output range setting value
(CH1 to CH4)
0H 1
Switch 1 4 to 20 mA
H 0 to 20 mA 1H
CH4CH3CH2CH1
1 to 5 V 2H
0 to 5 V 3H
Output range setting
– 10 to 10 V 4H
(CH5 to CH8)
Switch 2 User range setting FH
H
CH8CH7CH6CH5
For the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q62DA and Q64DA HOLD/CLEAR function setting
0H : CLEAR
H 1H to FH (numeric
CH4CH3CH2CH1 2:
value other than 0H) HOLD
Switch 3 For the Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q68DAV and
Q68DAI HOLD/CLEAR function setting
b15 b8 b7 b6 b5 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0 0 : CLEAR
0 to 0 1 : HOLD
CH8CH7CH6CH5CH4CH3CH2CH1
00H : Normal mode (non-synchronized)

01H to FFH (numeric
value other than 00H)* 2 : Synchronized output mode
Switch 4
0H : Normal resolution mode
1H to FH (numeric
value other than 0H)*2 : High resolution mode
0H : Normal mode (D/A conversion processing)
1H to FH (numeric
value other than 0H)*2 : Offset/gain setting mode
Switch 5 0H: Fixed

1 For details, refer to the POINT(1) in the following page.
2 Setting any value within the setting range will provide the same operation.
When the setting range is 1H to FH, set 1H for example.
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POINT
(1) Depending on the type of module used, the settings for D/A module output
range are shown below.
• Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q62DA, Q64DA ..... 0H to 4H, FH
• Q68DAVN, Q68DAV................................ 0H, 2H to 4H, FH
1 When the setting is 0H, the output operating ranges will be 1 to 5
V.
• Q68DAIN, Q68DAI................................... 0H, 1H, FH
(2) For the Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q62DA and Q64DA, leave the switch 2 vacant.
(3) For the Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q68DAV and Q68DAI, the switch 3 will set in
binary.
Setting will be easy if the input format is changed to binary number.
Example) For setting CH3, CH5 and CH8 to HOLD.
Input format Binary Hexadecimal
Setting value 10010100 94H
(4) If the offset/gain setting mode is set using intelligent function module switch
4, other settings by switch 4 (settings for resolution mode and synchronous
output mode) will be ignored.
(5) Setting of the offset/gain setting mode differs from function version A to
function version B.
Perform the offset/gain settings after checking the RUN LED flashes in
offset/gain setting mode. If the RUN LED does not flash, check to see if the
switch 4 setting is correct. (Refer to Appendix 1.3)
(6) Since the analog output value will differ considerably, depending on the
resolution mode setting, thoroughly check the settings for the intelligent
function module switches before performing the analog output processing.
Example) Analog output value when the setting range is -10 to 10V and the
digital input value is set to 4000.
High resolution mode Normal resolution mode
Analog output value About 2.5 V About 10.0 V
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(2) Operating procedure

Start the settings with GX Developer I/O assignment setting dialog box.
(a) I/O assignment setting dialog box

Set the following for the slot in which the D/A converter module is mounted.
The type setting is required; set other items as needed.
Type : Select "intelli."
Model name : Enter the module model name.
Points : Select 16 points.
Start XY : Enter the start I/O signal for the D/A converter module.
Detailed setting :
1) When using in the standard system configuration (on the main or
extension base), specify the control CPU of the D/A converter module.
The analog output status of when an error has occurred in the D/A
converter module is determined according to the setting of
"HOLD/CLEAR function setting" of the switch setting for intelligent
function module. Therefore, the setting of "Error time output mode" is
invalid.
2) When using on a remote I/O station, if the analog output is to be held
in the case of a link error, "Error time output mode" must be set to
"Hold".
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(b) Switch setting for intelligent function module screen

Click on [Switch setting] on the I/O assignment setting to display the dialog
box shown at the left, then set switches 1 to 5.
The switches can easily be set if values are entered in hexadecimal. Change
the entry format to hexadecimal and then enter the values.
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4.6 Offset/Gain Settings
When the user range setting is used, perform the offset and gain settings according to
the following procedure.
When the industrial shipment setting is used, offset/gain setting is not necessary.
If the utility package is installed, perform the offset/gain settings according to the
procedure described in Section 5.6.2.
(1) Offset/gain setting procedure
Start
3)
NO
Switch to the offset/gain Adjust gain?
setting mode *1
Verify that the mode is set to YES

offset/gain setting and the RUN
Set the gain setting
LED is flashing. YES
channel in buffer memory Adjust other 2)
2) address 23 (Un\G23). channels?
Set buffer memory address
22 (Un\G22) to 0. NO
Set the offset setting channel
in Un\G22. *2
Turn on the user range write request (YA) to
Set the Un\G23 to 0
register the value of offset/gain settings with
the D/A converter module.
Turn the channel change
request signal (YB) ON.
request(YB) to ON. Check that the offset/gain setting
mode flag (XA) is off.
Verify that the channel change
Verify that the channel
completed flag (XB) turns ON.
change completed flag (XB) is ON.
Turn off the user range write
1) request (YA).

1)
request signal (YB) to OFF.
YES
Error occurred? 3)
Channel change completed flag (XB)
turns OFF.
NO
Write the adjustment amount for the
analog output value in buffer memory Switch to the normal setting mode. *1
address 24 (Un\G24).
END
Turn the set value change request
signal (YC) ON.
Verify that set value change completed flag *1 The mode switching (normal mode to offset/gain setting mode to normal mode) method
(XC) turns ON after the analog output value is given below.
is changed, and then turn the set value
change request signal (YC) OFF. Dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN)............................Refer to Section 4.6 (2), (a)
Setting made to mode switching setting (Un\G158, Un\G159) and turning the operation
condition setting request (Y9) from OFF to ON .......Refer to Section 4.6 (2), (b)
NO Intelligent function module switch setting .................. Refer to Section 4.5,
Desired analog
output value? Section 4.6 (2), (c)
(After intelligent function module switch setting, reset the programmable controller CPU
or switch power OFF, then ON.)
YES
*2 Do not perform the following during operation of "*2". Doing so may cause a flash
memory data error, resulting in malfunction of the D/A converter module.
Power-off of the programmable controller CPU
Reset of the programmable controller CPU
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1 The mode switching (normal mode to offset/gain setting mode to normal mode)
method is given below.
• Dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN) ......... Refer to Section 4.6 (2), (a)
• Setting made to mode switching setting (buffer memory address 158, 159: Un\G158,
Un\G159) and turning Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on
........................................................................ Refer to Section 4.6 (2), (b)
• Intelligent function module switch setting ..... Refer to Section 4.5, Section 4.6 (2),
(c)
(After intelligent function module switch setting, reset the programmable controller
CPU or switch power off, then on.)
POINT
(1) Perform the offset/gain settings in the range that satisfies the conditions
specified in Section 3.1.2, (1) and (2).
When the setting exceeds this range, the maximum resolution or total
accuracy may not be within the range indicated in the performance
specification.
(2) Perform the offset/gain settings separately for each channel. If channels are
set in Offset/gain setting mode Offset specification (buffer memory address 22:
Un\G22) and Offset/gain setting mode Gain specification (buffer memory
address 23: UN\G23), at the same time, an error will occur and the ERROR
LED will be lit.
(3) After the offset and gain settings are completed, verify that the offset and
gain values have been set correctly under actual usage conditions.
(4) The offset and gain values are stored into the E2PROM and are not erased at
power-off.
(5) At the time of offset/gain setting, turn on User range writing request (YA) to
write the values to the E2PROM.
Data can be written to the E2PROM up to 100 thousand times.
To prevent accidental write to the E2PROM, an error will occur and Error code
(buffer memory address 19: Un\G19) will be stored if write is performed 26
consecutive times.
1
(6) If an error (Error code: 40 ) occurs during offset/gain setting, re-set the
correct offset/gain value.
The offset/gain value of the channel where the error has occurred is not written
to the D/A converter module. ( 1: indicates the corresponding channel
number.)
(7) Module ready (X0) turns from off to on when the offset/gain setting mode
switches to the normal mode by the dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN) or
the setting of Mode switching setting (buffer memory addresses 158, 159:
Un\G158, Un\G159).
Note that initial setting processing will be executed if there is a sequence
program that makes initial setting when Module ready (X0) turns on.
(8) D/A conversion is discontinued if the mode is switched (from the normal
mode to the offset/gain setting mode or from the offset/gain setting mode to
the normal mode) by the dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN) or the setting
of Mode switching setting (buffer memory addresses 158, 159: Un\G158,
Un\G159).
To resume D/A conversion, switch the mode to the normal mode if it is set to
the offset/gain setting mode, and then turn on and off Operating condition
setting request (Y9).
(9) Pass data classification setting (buffer memory address 200: Un\G200) 202
to 233 (Un\G202 to Un\G233) are the areas used to restore the user range
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settings offset/gain values when online module change is made.

Refer to chapter 7 for details of online module change.
(2) Program examples

The program in the dotted area of (a) is common to (a), (b) and (c).
In this example, the I/O signals for the D/A converter module are X/Y0 to X/YF.
• Channel selection .................................................................................. M0
• Offset setting .......................................................................................... M1
• Gain setting ............................................................................................ M2
• Channel change command ................................................................... M3
• Writing the adjustment amount .............................................................. M4
• Analog output value adjust command ................................................... M5
• Offset/gain setting value write command to the module ....................... M6
• Mode switching....................................................................................... M7
• Normal mode checking signal................................................................ M50
• Channel designation storage device...................................................... D0
• Dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN) setting storage device.............. D2
• Offset/gain adjustment storage device................................................... D1
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(a) When switching the mode using the dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN)
The following sample program switches to the offset/gain setting mode with
the dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN), changes the channel where
offset/gain setting will be made, adjusts the offset/gain values, and writes
the offset/gain values to the D/A converter module.
Switches to offset/gain setting mode
Stores setting of dedicated

instruction (G.OFFGAN) into D2.
Dedicated instruction (G.OFFGAN)

*1
Switch to the channel where offset/gain settings will be performed
1
Stores channel where offset/
gain setting will be made into D0.
Write the channel to select the offset.
\
Specifies offset setting channel.
\
Sets 0 to buffer memory
address 23.
\
Write the channel to select the gain. Sets 0 to buffer memory
address 22.
\
Specifies gain setting channel.
Turns on Channel change

request (YB).
Turns off Channel change

request (YB).
Set the amount of each change within the range from 3000 to 3000 during adjustment
Set offset value adjustment to D1.
\
Set D1 to buffer memory
address 24.
Adjust the analog output value
Turn on Set value change

request (YC).
Turn off Set value change

request (YC).
Register the result of offset/gain settings in the module
Turns on User range change

request (YA).
Turns off User range change

request (YA).
Switches to normal mode

Processing in normal mode
*1: The program in the dotted area is a common program.
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(b) When switching the mode to the setting of Mode switching setting (buffer
memory address 158, 159: Un\G158, Un\G159) and Operating condition
POINT
When running this program together with the normal-mode A/D conversion
program (shown in Section 6.4.2), use 1 of this program as the initial setting
program.
Note) When adding this program to the normal-mode D/A conversion program
(shown in Section 6.4.2), replace the existing initial setting items with the
program marked 1.
(c) When switching the mode by making intelligent function module switch
setting
Only the common program is necessary.
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5.1 Utility Package Functions
Table 5.1 shows an overview of the utility package functions.
Table 5.1 Utility package (GX Configurator-DA) function list

Item Description Reference section
(1) Sets D/A conversion enable/disable.
(2) The data for which initial setting has been completed is registered in
1
Initial Setting the parameters for the programmable controller CPU, and Section 5.4
automatically written to the D/A converter module when the
programmable controller CPU changes to RUN status.
(1) Sets automatic refresh for the D/A converter module buffer memory.
1 (2) The buffer memory that was set for automatic refresh is
Auto Refresh Setting Section 5.5
automatically read and written to the specified device when the
END command for the programmable controller CPU is executed.
(1) Monitor/test
5 The buffer memory and I/O signals for the D/A converter modules
are monitored and tested.
(2) Operating condition setting
Changes D/A conversion enable/disable during the operation.
(3) Offset/gain setting
Monitor/test When setting the offset/gain to a value selected by the user (when Section 5.6
the analog output range setting is user range setting), the offset and
gain can be easily set while viewing the dialog box.
(4) Pass data
The pass data (Pass data classification setting, industrial shipment
settings offset/gain values, user range settings offset/gain values)
can be monitored and set.
Generates FB automatically from the intelligent function module
FB conversion Section 5.7
parameter (initial setting/auto refresh setting).
POINT
1 If initial setting and auto refresh setting are performed, the intelligent function
module parameters require a maximum of 24 bytes per module.
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5.2 Installing and Uninstalling the Utility Package
For how to install or uninstall the utility package, refer to "Method of installing the
MELSOFT Series" included in the utility package.
5.2.1 Handling precautions
The following explains the precautions on using the GX Configurator-DA.
(1) For safety

Since GX Configurator-DA is add-in software for GX Developer, read "Safety
Precautions" and the basic operating procedures in the GX Developer Operating
Manual.
(2) About installation

GX Configurator-DA is add-in software for GX Developer Version 4 or later.
Therefore, GX Configurator-DA must be installed on the personal computer that
has already GX Developer Version 4 or later installed.
(3) Error of Intelligent function module utility 5

Insufficient system resource may cause the dialog box to be displayed
inappropriately while using the Intelligent function module utility. If this occurs,
close the Intelligent function module utility, GX Developer (program, comments,
etc.), and other applications, and then start GX Developer and Intelligent function
module utility again.
(4) To start the Intelligent function module utility

(a) In GX Developer, select "QCPU (Q mode)" for PLC series and specify a
project.
If any PLC series other than "QCPU (Q mode)" is selected, or if no project is
specified, the Intelligent function module utility will not start.
(b) Multiple Intelligent function module utilities can be started.

However, [Open parameters] and [Save parameters] operations under
[Intelligent function module parameter] are allowed for one Intelligent
function module utility only. Only the [Monitor/test] operation is allowed for
the other utilities.
(5) Switching between two or more Intelligent function module utilities

When two or more Intelligent function module utility windows cannot be displayed
side by side, select the window to be displayed on the top of others using the
task bar.
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(6) Number of parameters that can be set in GX Configurator-DA

When multiple intelligent function modules are mounted, the number of
parameter setting must not exceed the following limit.
Maximum number of parameter settings
When intelligent function modules are installed to:
Initial setting Auto refresh setting
Q00J/Q00/Q01CPU 512 256
Q02/Q02H/Q06H/Q12H/Q25HCPU 512 256
Q02PH/Q06PH/Q12PH/Q25PHCPU 512 256
Q12PRH/Q25PRHCPU 512 256
Q00UJ/Q00U/Q01UCPU 512 256
Q02UCPU 2048 1024
Q03UD/Q04UDH/Q06UDH/Q10UDH/
Q13UDH/Q20UDH/Q26UDH/Q03UDE/
4096 2048
Q04UDEH/Q06UDEH/Q10UDEH/Q13UDEH/
Q20UDEH/Q26UDEH/Q50UDEH/Q100UDEHCPU
CPU modules other than the above Not supported Not supported
MELSECNET/H remote I/O station 512 256
For example, if multiple intelligent function modules are installed to the

MELSECNET/H remote I/O station, configure the settings in GX Configurator-DA
so that the number of parameter settings for all the intelligent function modules
does not exceed the limit of the MELSECNET/H remote I/O station.
Calculate the total number of parameter settings separately for the initial setting
and for the auto refresh setting.
The number of parameters that can be set for one module in GX Configurator-DA
is as shown below.
Target module Initial setting Auto refresh setting
Q62DAN/Q62DA 1 (Fixed) 5 (Max.)
Q64DAN/Q64DA 1 (Fixed) 9 (Max.)
Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI 1 (Fixed) 17 (Max.)
Example) Counting the number of parameter settings in Auto refresh setting
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This one row is counted as one setting.

Blank rows are not counted.
Count up all the setting items on this
screen, and add the total to the
number of settings for other intelligent
function modules to get a grand total.
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5.2.2 Operating environment
This section explains the operating environment of the personal computer that runs GX
Configurator-DA.
Item Description
1 2
Installation (Add-in) target Add-in to GX Developer Version 4 (English version) or later
Computer Personal computer running the operating systems listed below
CPU Refer to "Operating system and performance required for personal computer" in the
Required memory next page.
Hard disk For installation 65 MB or more
space For operation 20 MB or more
3
Display 800 600 dots or more resolution
Microsoft R
Windows 95 Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows 98 Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows Millennium Edition Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows NT Workstation Operating System Version 4.0 (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows 2000 Professional Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows XP Professional Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows XP Home Edition Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows Vista Home Basic Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows Vista Home Premium Operating System (English version)
R
Operating system
Microsoft R
Windows Vista Business Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows Vista Ultimate Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows Vista Enterprise Operating System (English version)
R
Microsoft R
Windows 7 Starter Operating System (English version) 4
R
4
Microsoft Windows 7 Home Premium Operating System (English version)
R R
4
Microsoft Windows 7 Professional Operating System (English version)
R R
4
Microsoft Windows 7 Ultimate Operating System (English version)
R R
4
Microsoft Windows 7 Enterprise Operating System (English version)
R R
1 Install GX Configurator-DA in GX Developer Version 4 or higher in the same language.

GX Developer (English version) and GX Configurator-DA (Japanese version) cannot be used in combination, and GX
Developer (Japanese version) and GX Configurator-DA (English version) cannot be used in combination.
2 GX Configurator-DA is not applicable to GX Developer Version 3 or earlier.
In addition, GX Developer Version 8 or later is necessary to use the FB conversion function.
3 Resolution of 1024 X 768 pixels or higher is recommended for Windows Vista and Windows 7.
R R
4 For Windows 7 (32-bit version), install GX Configurator-DA Version 2.11M or later as an add-in to GX Developer
R
Version 8.91V or later.

For Windows 7 (64-bit version), install GX Configurator-DA Version 2.11M or later as an add-in to GX Developer
R
Version 8.98C or later.
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Operating system and performance required for personal computer

Performance required for personal computer
Operating system
CPU Memory
Windows 95
R
Pentium 133MHz or more
R
32MB or more
Windows 98
R
R
32MB or more
Windows Me
R
R
32MB or more
Windows NT Workstation 4.0
R
R
32MB or more
Windows 2000 Professional
R
R
64MB or more
Windows XP
R
R
128MB or more
Windows Vista R
Pentium 1GHz or more
R
1GB or more
1GB or more (for 32-bit version)
Windows 7 R
Pentium 1GHz or more
R
2GB or more (for 64-bit version)
POINT
(1) The functions shown below are not available for Windows XP, Windows R
Vista and Windows 7.

R R
If any of the following functions is attempted, this product may not operate
normally.
Start of application in Windows compatible mode
R
Fast user switching

Remote desktop
Large fonts (Details setting of Display Properties)
DPI settings other than 100%
In addition, Windows XP (64-bit version) and Windows Vista (64-bit
R R
version) are not supported.

(2) On Windows Vista and Windows 7, the user should have USER authority or
R R
higher.
(3) The functions shown below are not available for Windows 7. R
Windows XP Mode
Windows Touch
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5.3 Utility Package Operation
5.3.1 Common utility package operations
(1) Control keys

Special keys that can be used for operation of the utility package and their
applications are shown in the table below.
Key Application
Cancels the current entry in a cell.
Esc
Closes the window.
Tab Moves between controls in the window.
Used in combination with the mouse operation to select
Ctrl
multiple cells for test execution.
Deletes the character where the cursor is positioned.
Delete When a cell is selected, clears all of the setting contents in the
cell.
Back
Deletes the character where the cursor is positioned.
Space
Moves the cursor.
Page
Moves the cursor one page up.
Up
Page
Moves the cursor one page down.
Down
Enter Completes the entry in the cell.
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(2) Data created with the utility package

The following data or files that are created with the utility package can be also
handled in GX Developer. Figure 5.1 shows respective data or files are handled
in which operation.
(a) Intelligent function module parameter

This represents the data created in Auto refresh setting, and they are stored
in an intelligent function module parameter file in a project created by GX
Developer.
Project
Program
Parameter
PLC parameter
Network parameter
Intelligent function module parameter
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(b) Text files

A text file can be created by clicking the Make text file button on the Initial
setting, Auto refresh setting, or Monitor/Test window.
The text files can be utilized to create user documents.
GX Developer/
GX Configurator-DA Disk
Project Project
1)
A 2) A
Personal computer
3)
QCPU
Q25HCPU
MODE.
RUN.
ERR.
USER. A : Intelligent function module parameters
BAT.
BOOT.
B : Data saved by "Make text file"
USB
RS-232
Figure 5.1 Correlation chart for data created with the utility package
Steps 1) to 3) shown in Figure 5.1 are performed as follows:
1) From GX Developer, select:

[Project] [Open project] / [Save]/ [Save as]
2) On the intelligent function module selection screen of the
utility, select:
[Intelligent function module parameter] [Open parameters] / [Save
parameters]
3) From GX Developer, select:
[Online] [Read from PLC] / [Write to PLC] "Intelligent function
module parameters"
Alternatively, from the intelligent function module selection screen of
the utility, select:
[Online] [Read from PLC] / [Write to PLC]
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5.3.2 Operation overview

GX Developer screen
[Tools] [Intelligent function utility] [Start]
Screen for selecting a target intelligent

function module
1)
Refer to Section 5.3.3.

Enter "Start I/O No.", and select "Module type" and "Module model name".
Initial setting Auto refresh
Initial setting screen Auto refresh setting screen
Refer to Section 5.5.

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1)
[Online] [Monitor/Test] <<FB support parameter>> tab FB conversion
Selecting monitor/test module screen FB conversion screen
Select a module to be monitored/tested.
Monitor/Test
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5.3.3 Starting the Intelligent function module utility
[Operating procedure]
Intelligent function module utility is started from GX Developer.
[Tools] [Intelligent function utility] [Start]
[Setting window]
Display when the <<FB support parameter>> tab is selected.
[Explanation of items]
(1) Activation of other windows
Following windows can be displayed from the intelligent function module utility.
Common operations to the <<Intelligent function module parameter>> tab and
<<FB support parameter>> tab
(a) Initial setting
*1
"Start I/O No. " "Module type" "Module model name"
Initial setting
(b) Auto refresh setting
*1
"Start I/O No. " "Module type" "Module model name"
Auto refresh
(c) Select monitor/test module
[Online] [Monitor/Test]
*1: Enter the start I/O No. in hexadecimal.
On the <<FB support parameter>> tab
(a) FB conversion
<<FB support parameter>> tab FB conversion
For details, refer to section 5.7.
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POINT
The <<FB support parameter>> tab is displayed when the project which is being
edited is a label project.
(2) Command buttons

Common operations to the <<Intelligent function module parameter>> tab and
<<FB support parameter>> tab
Delete Deletes the initial setting and auto refresh setting of the selected
module.
However, if initial setting and auto refresh setting have been
prepared and the cell of “Initial setting” or “Auto refresh” is
selected and executed, only the setting of the selected cell is
deleted.
Exit Closes this window.
When the <<FB support parameter>> tab is selected

Moves the setting of the selected line to the <<Intelligent
<<Parameter
function module parameter>> tab.
When the <<Intelligent function module parameter>> tab is selected

Moves the setting of the selected line to the <<FB support
FB parameter>>
parameter>> tab.
(3) Menu bar

(a) File menu
Intelligent function module parameters of the project opened by GX
Developer are handled.
[Open parameters]: Reads a parameter file.
[Close parameters]: Closes the parameter file. If any data are
modified, a dialog asking for file saving
will appear.
[Save parameters]: Saves the parameter file.
[Delete parameters]: Deletes the parameter file.
[Open FB support parameters]: Opens the FB support parameter file.
[Save as FB support parameters]: Saves the FB support parameter file.
[Exit]: Closes this window.
(b) Online menu

[Monitor/Test]: Activates the Select monitor/test module window.
[Read from PLC]: Reads intelligent function module parameters from the
CPU module.
[Write to PLC]: Writes intelligent function module parameters to the
CPU module.
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POINT
(1) Saving intelligent function module parameters in a file
Since intelligent function module parameters cannot be saved in a file by the
project saving operation of GX Developer, save them on the shown module
selection dialog box for intelligent function module parameter setting.
(2) Reading/writing intelligent function module parameters from/to a programmable

controller CPU using GX Developer
(a) Intelligent function module parameters can be read from and written into a
programmable controller after having been saved in a file.
(b) Set a target programmable controller CPU in GX Developer:
[Online] [Transfer setup].
(c) When the D/A converter module is installed to the remote I/O station, use
"Read from PLC" and "Write to PLC".
(3) Checking the required utility

While the start I/O is displayed on the Intelligent function module utility setting
dialog box, " " may be displayed for the model name.
This means that the required utility has not been installed or the utility cannot
be started from GX Developer.
Check the required utility, selecting [Tools] - [Intelligent function utility] - [Utility
list...] in GX Developer.
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5.4 Initial Setting
[Purpose]
Set D/A conversion enable/disable with an initial setting parameter. Setting
parameters in the Initial setting window can omit parameter settings with
sequence program.
1
"Start I/O No. " "Module type" "Module model name" Initial setting
1: Enter the start I/O No. in hexadecimal.
[Setting window]
(1) Setting contents
Set whether D/A conversion is "Enable" or "Disable" for each channel.
(2) Command button

Make text file Creates a file containing the data in text file format window.
End setup Saves the set data and ends the operation.
Cancel Cancels the setting and ends the operation.
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POINT
Initial settings are stored in an intelligent function module parameter file.
After being written to the CPU module, the initial setting is made effective by either
(1) or (2).
(1) Cycle the RUN/STOP switch of the CPU module: STOP RUN STOP
RUN.
(2) With the RUN/STOP switch set to RUN, turn off and then on the power or reset
the CPU module.
When using a sequencer program to write the initial settings, when the CPU is
switched from STOP to RUN the initial settings will be written, So ensures that
programming is carried out to re-execute the initial settings.
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5.5 Auto Refresh Setting
[Purpose]
Configure the D/A converter module's buffer memory for automatic refresh.
1
"Start I/O No. " "Module type" "Module model name" Auto refresh
1 Enter the start I/O No. in hexadecimal.
[Setting window]
[Items]
(1) Contents of the window display
Module side Buffer size : Displays the buffer memory size of the setting
item. (fixed at one word).
Module side Transfer word : Displays the number of words to be transferred
count to the CPU devices from the designated
address (fixed at one word).
Transfer direction : " " indicates that data are written from the
device to the buffer memory.
" " indicates that data are loaded from the
buffer memory to the device.
PLC side Device : Enter a CPU module side device that is to be
automatically refreshed.
Applicable devices are X, Y, M, L, B, T, C, ST,
D, W, R and ZR.
When using bit devices X, Y, M, L or B, set a
number that can be divided by 16 points
(examples: X10, Y120, M16, etc.)
Also, buffer memory data are stored in a 16-
point area, starting from the specified device
number.
For example, if X10 is entered, data are stored
in X10 to X1F.
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(2) Command button

End setup Saves the set data and ends the operation.
Cancel Cancels the setting and ends the operation.
POINT
The auto refresh settings are stored in an intelligent function module parameter file.
After being written to the CPU module, the auto refresh setting takes effect by
either (1) or (2).
(1) Cycle the RUN/STOP switch of the CPU module: STOP RUN STOP
RUN.
(2) With the RUN/STOP switch set to RUN, turn off and then on the power or reset
the CPU module.
The auto refresh settings cannot be changed from sequence programs.
However, processing equivalent to auto refresh can be added using the FROM/TO
instruction in the sequence program.
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5.6 Monitor/Test
5.6.1 Monitor/test screen
[Purpose]
Start buffer memory monitoring/testing and I/O signal monitoring/testing,
operating condition setting, offset/gain settings (refer to Section 5.6.2, 5.6.3),
pass data (refer to Section 5.6.5, 5.6.6) from this window.
1
Select monitor/test module window "Start I/O No. " "Module type"
"Module model name" Monitor/test
1 Enter the start I/O No. in hexadecimal.
The window can also be started from System monitor of GX Developer
Version 6 or later.
Refer to the GX Developer Operating Manual for details
[Setting screen]
1)
X/Y monitor/test
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Pass data
1)
Operating setting Offset/gain setting
Conversion characteristic
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(1) Items
Setting item : Displays buffer memory names.
Current value : Monitors the present buffer memory values.
Setting value : Enter or select values to be written into the buffer memory for
test operation.
(2) Command button

Current value Displays the current value of the item selected. (This is used
to check the text that cannot be displayed in the current value
field. However, in this utility package, all items can be
displayed in the display fields).
Start monitor / Selects whether or not to monitor current values.

Stop monitor
Execute test Performs a test on the selected items. To select more than one
item, select them while holding down the Ctrl key.
Close Closes the currently opened window and returns to the

previous window.
POINT
(1) Turning the output enable/disable flag on/off or writing CH Digital value
during test operation changes the analog output, so perform these after taking
ample safety precautions.
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(3) Examples of "Selection test"

The following explains the case of forcing on CH1 Output enable/disable flag
(Y1).
(a) Click the Operating condition setting button in the Monitor/Test window.
(b) Change the setting value field for "Y01: CH1 Output enable/disable flag" to
"ON: enable".
At this point, the setting data have not been written to the D/A converter
module.
(c) Click on the field, of which setting value has been changed in step (b).
(When multiple items have been changed in operation (b), select the setting
value fields where setting values were changed, while holding down the
Ctrl key. Multiple fields can be selected by dragging the mouse over
them.)
(d) Click the Execute test button to write the data.

After the writing is completed, the written values are displayed in the
"Current value" field.
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5.6.2 Offset/gain setting operation (Function version C or later)
Perform the offset/gain setting operation in the following sequence.
(1) Switch to the offset/gain setting dialog box

Perform the operation in Section 5.6.1 to display the offset/gain setting dialog
box.
At this point, a dialog box to confirm the transition of module's operation mode
(normal mode -> offset/gain setting mode) is displayed. Click the Yes button to
transit to the offset/gain setting mode.
(2) Specify a channel

Specify the target channel of offset setting or gain setting on the channel No.
combo box.
(3) Specify offset/gain setting

Specify either offset setting or gain setting on the channel specified on the
channel No. combo box using the radio button.
(4) Set up adjustment values

Set up an adjustment value of the offset value or gain value. Select "1", "10,"
"100", or "1000" on the combo box, however, you can also set up adjustment
values by entering a number (1 to 3000).
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(5) Fine adjustment of voltage output or current output

By clicking the + button or - button, the value of voltage output or current
output for the prepared adjustment value is finely adjusted.
(6) Write settings into module

Write the content set up by operations (2) to (5) into module by clicking the
Registration button.
(a) Precautions
Avoid the following operations during the writing of the data, which has
been set up by operations (2) to (5), into the module after the click of the
2
Registration button. Doing so causes an error in the E PROM data and
the D/A converter module may not operate properly.
1) Power off the programmable controller CPU.
2) Reset the programmable controller CPU.
(7) Switch to the normal mode

When the offset/gain setting dialog box is closed by clicking the Close button
after the setting operation has finished, module's operation mode transits to the
normal mode.
POINT
If Error code is displayed while performing the setting operation, the details and
measure of the error can be confirmed by clicking the ... button to the right of the
error code display area. In addition, Error code can be cleared by clicking the
Error clear button.
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5.6.3 Offset/gain setting operation (Function version B or earlier)
Perform the offset/gain setting operation in the following sequence.
(1) Switch to the offset/gain setting mode

Change switch 4 for intelligent function module switch setting to the offset/gain
setting mode (Refer to Section 4.5).
(2) Switch to the offset/gain setting dialog box

Display the offset/gain setting dialog box using the operation described in Section
5.6.1.
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(3) Specify a channel

Specify the target channel of offset setting or gain setting on the channel No.
combo box.
(4) Specify offset/gain setting

Specify either offset setting or gain setting on the channel specified on the
channel No. combo box using the radio button.
(5) Set up adjustment values

Set up an adjustment value of the offset value or gain value. Select "1", "10,"
"100", or "1000" on the combo box, however, you can also set up adjustment
values by entering a number (1 to 3000).
(6) Fine adjustment of voltage output or current output

By clicking the + button or - button, the value of voltage output or current
output for the prepared adjustment value is finely adjusted.
(7) Write settings into module

Write the content set up by operations (3) to (6) into module by clicking the
Registration button.
(a) Precautions
Avoid the following operations during the writing of the data, which has
been set up by operations (3) to (6), into the module after the click of the
2
Registration button. Doing so causes an error in the E PROM data and
the D/A converter module may not operate properly.
1) Power off the programmable controller CPU.
2) Reset the programmable controller CPU.
(8) Switch to the normal mode

After the setting is finished, click the Close button to close the offset/gain
setting dialog box, and set Switch 4 of the intelligent function module switch
settings to the normal mode. (Refer to Section 4.5.)
POINT
If Error code is displayed while performing the setting operation, the details and
measure of the error can be confirmed by clicking the ... button to the right of the
error code display area. In addition, Error code can be cleared by clicking the
Error clear button.
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5.6.4 Confirmation of Conversion Characteristic
[Purpose]
The converted value of digital-analog conversion can be confirmed according to
the tilt of the graph, based on the offset/gain setting.
Monitor/Test window Offset/gain setting Conversion characteristic
[Setting screen]
(1) Items
I/O characteristic diagram: Displays the I/O conversion characteristic to the
prepared offset/gain setting.
(2) Setting details

Analog/Range setting
Analog: Select the output (voltage/current) when a digital value is
converted to an analog value.
Range setting: Make selection from "Normal resolution" or "High
resolution".
Refer to Section 3.1.1 for the digital input values and
maximum resolutions of the normal resolution mode and
high resolution mode.
Offset/Gain setting
Offset value: Enter an offset value to display the I/O characteristic
diagram.
Gain value: Enter a gain value to display the I/O characteristic diagram.
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Analog/Digital conversion: Select a conversion type shown below for confirming

the correspondence between an analog value and a
digital value caused by the conversion characteristic.
 Digital Analog
 Analog Digital
Analog value: <When converted to a digital value>
Enter an analog value to be converted to a digital value
<When converted to an analog value>
The analog value converted from a digital value is displayed.
Digital value: <When converted to a digital value>
The digital value corresponding to an entered analog value is
displayed.
<When converted to an analog value>
Enter a digital value to be converted to an analog value.
POINT
 The offset value is the analog output value (voltage or current) when a digital
entry value of 0 is set from the programmable controller CPU.
 The gain value is the analog value (voltage or current) output when the digital
input value set from the programmable controller CPU is as follows:
4000 (When Normal resolution is selected)
12000 (When High resolution is selected)
(3) Command button

Range setting The entered offset/gain value is determined, and the I/O
characteristic diagram is updated.
Conversion Conversion for the entered value is performed.
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5.6.5 Pass data (Q62DAN/Q64DAN/Q62DA/Q64DA)
Perform operation in the following sequence to save/restore the user range.
(1) Switch to the pass data window

Perform the operation in Section 5.6.1 to display the Pass data window.
(2) User range saving

(a) Set "Voltage specified" or "Current specified" in the Setting value field of
CH Pass data classification setting, and click the Execute test button.
When the setting is completed, the set data is displayed in the Current value
field of CH Pass data classification setting.
(b) Change the Setting value field of Pass data read request to "Request", and
click the Execute test button.
When read is completed, the values are displayed in the Current value fields
of CH Industrial shipment settings offset/gain values/CH User range
settings offset/gain values.
(c) Compare the values with those in the range reference table, and record
them if they are correct.
Refer to Section 7.4 for the range reference table.
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(3) User range restoration

(a) Set "Voltage specified" or "Current specified" in the Setting value field of
CH Pass data classification setting, and click the Execute test button.
When the setting is completed, the set data is displayed in the Current value
field of CH Pass data classification setting.
(b) Set the values recorded in the setting value fields of CH Industrial
shipment settings offset/gain values/user range settings offset/gain values.
(c) Select all the setting value fields of CH Industrial shipment settings
offset/gain values and User range settings offset/gain values, and click the
Execute test button.
When write is completed, the set values are displayed in the Current value
fields of CH Industrial shipment settings offset/gain values and CH User
range settings offset/gain values.
(d) Change the Setting value field of Pass data write request to "Request", and
Make sure that the indication in the Current value field of Pass data write
request changes from "Request" to "OFF" on completion of write.
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5.6.6 Pass data (Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI)
Perform operation in the following sequence to save/restore the user range.
(1) Switch to the Pass data window

Perform the operation in Section 5.6.1 to display the pass data window.
(2) User range saving

(a) Change the Setting value field of Pass data read request to "Request", and
When read is completed, the values are displayed in the current value fields
of CH Industrial shipment settings offset/gain values and CH User range
settings offset/gain values.
(b) Compare the values with those in the range reference table, and record
them if they are correct.
Refer to Section 7.4 for the range reference table.
(3) User range restoration

(a) Set the values recorded in the Setting value fields of CH Industrial
shipment settings offset/gain values and User range settings offset/gain
values.
(b) Select all the Setting value fields of CH Industrial shipment settings
offset/gain values/user range settings offset/gain values, and click the
Execute test button.
When write is completed, the set values are displayed in the current value
fields of CH Industrial shipment settings offset/gain values and CH User
range settings offset/gain values.
(c) Change the Setting value field of Pass data write request to "Request", and
Make sure that the indication in the Current value field of Pass data write
request changes from "Request" to "OFF" on completion of write.
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5.7 FB Conversion of Initial Setting/Auto Refresh Setting
[Purpose]
FB is generated automatically from the intelligent function module parameter
(initial setting/auto refresh setting).
Intelligent Function Module Parameter Setting Module Selection dialog box
<<FB Support Parameter>> tab FB conversion
[Setting dialog box]
(1) Items
Start I/O No.:
The start I/O No. of the information which is set up on the currently open
intelligent function module parameter is displayed.
Module model name:
The module model name of the information which is set up on the
currently open intelligent function module parameter is displayed.
Initial setting:
Set up whether to apply FB conversion to the parameter or not.
Check if you apply FB conversion to the parameter.
Auto refresh:
Set up whether to apply FB conversion to the parameter or not.
Check if you apply FB conversion to the parameter.
FB program name:
Set up the name of the converted FB program.
Up to six single-byte characters can be set up as an FB program name.
However, the characters and terms shown below cannot be set up as FB
program name.
Character: \, /, :, ;, *, ?, ", <, >, |, ,
Term: COM1 to COM9, LPT1 to LPT9, AUX, PRN, CON, NUL,
CLOCK$
In addition, I- is added for initial setting and A- is added for auto refresh
setting respectively to the top of the FB name setting to be registered in
GX Developer after FB conversion is performed.
Ex.: If the FB program name is "ABCDE", the initial setting is "I-ABCDE"
and the auto refresh setting is "A-ABCDE".
Title: Set up a title on a converted FB program. Up to 32 single-byte characters
can be set up as a title.
(2) Command buttons

Conversion FB conversion is performed for the checked columns of initial
setting and auto refresh setting.
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5.8 Usage of FB
This section describes the procedure for using FB with GX Developer.

Refer to the "GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual (Function Block)" for details.
5.8.1 Outline
The procedure for creating FB is shown below.

(1) Set up the intelligent function module parameter (initial setting/auto refresh setting).
(2) Convert the intelligent function module parameter into FB.
(3) Paste the FB to a sequence program.
(4) Convert (compile) the sequence program.
Next, a flowchart of procedures (1) to (4) is shown below.
Start
1)
GX Configurator-DA Set up the initial setting/auto refresh setting. Refer to sections 5.4 and 5.5.
2)
Convert the parameter into FB. Refer to sections 5.7.
3)
GX Developer Paste the FB to a sequence program. Refer to sections 5.8.2.
4)
Convert (compile) the sequence program. Refer to sections 5.8.3.
End
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POINT
The initial setting/auto refresh setting of the intelligent function module can be
performed by each of the following methods.
(1) Set intelligent function parameters (Initial setting/Auto refresh setting) and write
them to the programmable controller CPU.
(2) Create an FB of the intelligent function module parameter (initial setting/auto
refresh setting) and paste it to the sequence program.
In accordance with the specification of the system, perform the initial setting/auto
refresh setting of the intelligent function module by one of the methods above. 1
1: The following explains the case in which both of (1) and (2) are performed.
(a) Initial setting
FB setting given in (2) is valid.
(b) Auto refresh setting
 Both (1) and (2) are valid.
 At the time of FB execution and in the END processing of the sequence
program, automatic refresh is performed.
Therefore, an analog value corresponding to the specified digital value is
output at each auto refresh time.
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5.8.2 Paste an FB to a Sequence Program
[Purpose of operation]
Paste an FB in order to use it with a sequence program.
[Operation procedure]
Switch the <<Project>> tab into the <<FB>> tab on GX Developer, and drag &
drop the FB to be used onto the sequence program.
Before pasting
After pasting
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5.8.3 Convert (Compile) a Sequence Program
[Purpose of operation]
Convert (compile) the sequence program to which an FB was pasted so that it
can be executed.
[Operation procedure]
Click the [Convert] menu [Convert/Compile] menu of GX Developer.
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6 PROGRAMMING
This chapter describes the programs of the D/A converter module.

When applying any of the program examples introduced in this chapter to the actual
system, verify the applicability and confirm that no problems will occur in the system
control.
6.1 For Use in Normal System Configuration
System configuration used in the program explanation
(1) System configuration

Power supply module
QnCPU
Q62DA
QY10
QX10
X/Y0 X/Y10 X/Y20

to to to
X/YF X/Y1F X/Y2F
Perform the following intelligent function module switch settings in advance.
• Switch 1 0030H (CH1: 4 to 20mA, CH2: 0 to 5V)
6 • Switch 2 Empty
• Switch 3 0000H (CH1, CH2: Clear)
• Switch 4 0000H (Normal mode (D/A conversion processing))
• Switch 5 0000H (0: Fixed)
(2) Program conditions

If a digital value writing error occurs while a digital value is being written into CH1
or CH2 Digital value area for the Q62DA, read Error code.
(a) Contents of initial setting

• Analog output enabled channel ......................................... CH1 and CH2
(b) Devices used by the user

• Output enable ................................................................... X10
• Digital value write signal ................................................... X11
• Error code reset signal ..................................................... X12
• Error code display (3-digit BCD) ...................................... Y20 to Y2B
• CH1 Digital value .............................................................. D11
• CH2 Digital value .............................................................. D12
• Error code ...................................................................... D13
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6.1.1 Programming example using the utility package
(1) Operating the utility package

(a) Initial setting (Refer to Section 5.4.)
CH1, CH2 D/A conversion enable/disable setting ......... "Enable"
(b) Automatic refresh setting (Refer to Section 5.5.)

CH1, CH2 Digital value ........ "D11, D12" 6
Error code ............................ "D13"
(c) Writing the intelligent function module parameters

(Refer to Section 5.3.3.)
Write the intelligent function module parameters to the CPU module.
This operation is performed using the parameter setting module selection
screen.
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(2) Programming example
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6.1.2 Programming example without using the utility package
(1) Programming example using the FROM/TO commands
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(2) Programming example using the intelligent function module

device (U \G )
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6.2 For Use on Remote I/O Network
System configuration used in the program explanation

(1) System configuration
Remote master station (Network No.1) Remote I/O station (Station No.1)
Power Q Q Q Q Power Q Q Q Q
supply n J X Y supply J X Y 6
module C 7 1 1 module 7 1 1 2
P 1 0 0 2 0 0 D
U L L A
P P
2 2
1 5
X/Y100 X/Y110 X/Y120
to to to
X/Y10F X/Y11F X/Y12F
Perform the following intelligent function module switch settings in advance.

• Switch 1 0030H (CH1: 4 to 20mA, CH2: 0 to 5V)
• Switch 2 Empty
• Switch 3 0000H (CH1, CH2: Clear)
• Switch 4 0000H (Normal mode (D/A conversion processing))
• Switch 5 0000H (0: Fixed)
(2) Program conditions

The digital values of CH1 and CH2 of the Q62DA are written, and if a digital
value write error occurs, Error code is displayed in BCD.
(a) Initial settings
• Analog output enabled channel .................... CH1, CH2
(b) Devices used by user

• Initial setting request signal ..................................... X20
• Output enable ........................................................... X21
• Digital value write signal .......................................... X22
• Error code reset signal ............................................. X23
• Error code display (BCD 3 digits) ............................ Y30 to Y3B
• CH1 digital value ...................................................... D11 (W11)
• CH2 digital value ...................................................... D12 (W12)
• Error code ................................................................. D13 (W113)
POINT
For details on the MELSECNET/H remote I/O network, refer to the Q
Corresponding MELSECNET/H Network System Reference Manual (Remote I/O
Network).
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6.2.1 Programming example using the utility package
(1) Operating GX Developer

(a) Network parameter setting
• Network type : MNET/H (remote master)
• Head I/O No. : 0000H
• Network No. :1
• Total number of (slave) stations :1
• Mode : Online
• Network range assignment :
• Refresh parameters :
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(2) Operating the utility package

(a) Initial setting (Refer to Section 5.4)
CH1, CH2 D/A conversion enable/disable setting .... "Enable"
(b) Auto refresh setting (Refer to Section 5.5)

CH1, CH2 digital value ............................................... W11, W12
Error code ................................................................... W113
(c) Write of intelligent function module parameters (Refer to Section 5.3.3)

The intelligent function module parameters are written to the remote I/O
station.
Perform this operation on the parameter setting module selection screen.
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POINT
To write the intelligent function module parameters, set the target remote I/O station
from [Online] - [Transfer setup] on GX Developer.
They can be written by:
• Directly connecting GX Developer to the remote I/O station.
• Connecting GX Developer to another device such as a CPU module and
passing through the network.
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6.2.2 Programming example without using the utility package
(1) Operation of GX Developer (Network parameter setting)

• Network type : MNET/H (remote master)
• Head I/O No. : 0000H
• Network No. :1
• Total number of (slave) stations :1
• Mode : Online
• Network range assignment :
• Refresh parameters :
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Remote I/O station operating status check

Master station baton pass
status check
Master station data link
status check
Remote I/O station baton pass
status check
Remote I/O station data link
status check
Remote I/O station parameter
communication status check
Master module status check
Initial setting
Set the D/A conversion enable channel (initial setting)

D/A conversion
enable/disable setting
Write to buffer memory
Turn on Operating condition

Turn off Operating condition
Digital value write program
CH1 digital value setting
CH2 digital value setting
Write to buffer memory

Set analog output to enable
CH1 output enable
CH2 output enable

Error code display and reset processing
Error code output in BCD
Turn on Error clear request

(YF)
Turn off Error clear request
(YF)
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When changing a module online, carefully read the QCPU User's Manual (Hardware
Design, Maintenance and Inspection), Section 12.4.1 "Online module change".
This chapter describes the specifications of an online module change.
(1) Perform an online module change by operating GX Developer.
(2) To ensure ease of offset/gain re-setting, there is a user range save/restoration

function that is performed by executing the dedicated instruction or read/write
from/to buffer memory.
POINT
(1) Perform an online module change after making sure that the system outside the
programmable controller will not malfunction.
(2) To prevent an electric shock and malfunction of operating modules, provide
means such as switches for powering off each of the external power supply and
external devices connected to the module to be replaced online.
(3) After the module has failed, data may not be saved properly. Referring to
Section 3.4.15, therefore, prerecord the data to be saved (offset/gain values of
the industrial shipment settings and user range settings in the buffer memory).
(4) It is recommended to perform an online module change in the actual system in
advance to ensure that it would not affect the other modules by checking the
following:
• Means of cutting off the connection to external devices and its configuration
are correct.
• Switching on/off does not bring any undesirable effect.
(5) Do not install/remove the module to/from the base unit, or the terminal block
to/from the module more than 50 times after the first use of the product. (IEC 7
61131-2 compliant)
Failure to do so may cause malfunction.
(Note)
The dedicated instruction cannot be executed during an online module change. When
using the dedicated instruction to execute save/restoration, therefore, execute
save/restoration in the other system. 1
If the other system is unavailable, execute restoration by performing write to the buffer
memory.
1 If the module is mounted on the remote I/O station, execute save/restoration in
the other system mounted on the main base unit. (Save/restoration cannot be
executed in the other system mounted on the remote I/O station.)
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7.1 Online Module Change Conditions
The CPU, MELSECNET/H remote I/O module, D/A converter module, GX Developer
and base unit given below are needed to perform an online module change.
(1) CPU
The Process CPU and Redundant CPU are required.
For precautions for multiple CPU system configuration, refer to the QCPU User’s
Manual (Multiple CPU System).
For precautions for redundant system configuration, refer to the QnPRHCPU
User’s Manual (Redundant system).
(2) MELSECNET/H remote I/O module

The module of function version D or later is necessary.
(3) D/A converter module

The module of function version C or later is necessary.
(4) GX Developer
GX Developer of Version 7.10L or later is necessary.
GX Developer of Version 8.18U or later is required to perform an online module
change on the remote I/O station.
(5) Base unit

1) When the slim type main base unit (Q3 SB) is used, an online module
change cannot be performed.
2) When the power supply module unnecessary type extension base unit (Q5
B) is used, online module change cannot be performed for the modules on all
the base units connected.
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7.2 Online Module Change Operations
The following gives the operations performed for an online module change.
CPU operation : Executed : Not executed
GX Configurator
FROM/TO (Intelligent function module
X/Y Dedicated Device Initial (User operation)
instruction Monitor/ operation)
refresh instruction test setting
1 test
parameter
(1) Conversion disable
Turn off all Y signals that Module is operating as usual.
were turned on by
a sequence program.*2
(2) Dismounting of module Module stops operating.

Operate GX Developer to RUN LED turns off.
start an online module change. Conversion disabled.
Analog output is 0V/0mA.
Click the [Execution] button
of GX Developer to make
the module dismountable.
Dismount the corresponding

module.
(3) Mounting of new module

Mount a new module.
*3
X/Y refresh resumes and
the module starts.
RUN LED turns on.
After mounting the module,
click the [Execution] button Default operation
of GX Developer. (X0 remains off.)
When there are initial setting
parameters, operation is
performed according to the initial
setting parameters at this point.
Operation check before control start
(4) Operation check

Click the [Cancel] button of
GX Developer to leave
the online mode.
Conduct an operation test

on the new module using
"Device test" of GX Developer
or "Monitor/test" of
GX Configurator. Module operates according
to test operation.*4
Perform user range restoration
processing by write to buffer
memory at this point.
Operation check completed
(5) Resumption of control

X0 (Module READY) turns on.
Operate GX Developer to
resume the online module
change mode, and click the Start is made when X0 turns
[Execution] button to resume from off to on.
control. Operation is performed
according to the initial setting
sequence.*4
1: Access to the intelligent function module device (U \G ) is included.

2: Operating the intelligent function module switches ( 3) starts the module and resumes X/Y refresh. When there are initial setting
parameters, operation is performed according to the initial setting parameters.
Hence, if the Y signals are not turned off, analog outputs will be provided at this point. Therefore, always turn off the Y signals that were
turned on by the sequence program.
4: In the absence of the operation marked 4, the operation of the intelligent function module is the operation performed prior to that.
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7.3 Online Module Change Procedure
There are the following online module change procedures depending on whether the
user range setting has been made or not, whether the initial setting of GX Configurator-
DA has been made or not, and whether the other system exists or not.
Range setting Initial setting Other system Reference section

Industrial shipment setting GX Configurator-DA — Section 7.3.1
Industrial shipment setting Sequence program — Section 7.3.2
User range setting GX Configurator-DA Present Section 7.3.3
User range setting GX Configurator-DA Absent Section 7.3.4
User range setting Sequence program Present Section 7.3.5
User range setting Sequence program Absent Section 7.3.6
7.3.1 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with GX
Configurator-DA

(a) Take the following steps to disable the conversion:
1) Set D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer memory address 0: Un\G0)
to All channel conversion disable (FH).
2) Turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from off to on to stop the
conversion.
3) Operating condition setting completed flag (X9) turns off from on.
4) Check that the conversion is stopped by seeing the actual analog
output value.
5) Turn Operating condition setting request (Y9) from on to off.
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(2) Dismounting of module

(a) After choosing [Diagnosis] - [Online module change] on GX Developer to
enter the "Online module change" mode, double-click the module to be
changed online to display the "Online module change" dialog box.
(b) Click the "Execution" button to enable a module change.
If the following error dialog box appears, click the [OK] button, dismount the
module as-is, and mount a new module.
(c) After confirming that the "RUN" LED of the module has turned off, remove
the terminal block and dismount the module.
POINT
Always dismount the module. If mounting confirmation is made without the module
being dismounted, the module will not start properly and the "RUN" LED will not be
lit.
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(a) Mount a new module to the same slot and install the terminal block.
(b) After mounting the module, click the [Execution] button and make sure that
the "RUN" LED is lit. Module ready (X0) remains off.
(4) Operation check

(a) To make an operation check, click the [Cancel] button to cancel control
resumption.
(b) Click the [OK] button to leave the "Online module change" mode.
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(c) Click the [Close] button to close the System monitor dialog box.
(d) Set a digital value to CH Digital value (buffer memory address 1 to 8:

Un\G1 to 8) and turn on and off Operating condition setting request (Y9).
Turn on CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1, Y2) of a channel to be used,
and check whether proper conversion has been made or not.
(Be careful since analog outputs are provided actually.)
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display the "Online module change" dialog box again, click the [Execution]
button to resume control. Module ready (X0) turns on.
(b) The "Online module change completed" dialog box appears.
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7.3.2 When industrial shipment setting is used and initial setting was made with sequence
program

conversion.
output value.
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If the following error dialog box appears, click the [OK] button, dismount the
module as-is, and mount a new module.
POINT
lit.
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(4) Operation check

resumption.
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(d) Enable conversion for a channel to be used by setting D/A conversion

enable/disable (buffer memory address 0: Un\G0). Set a digital value to CH
Digital value (buffer memory address 1 to 8: Un\G1 to 8) and turn on
and off Operating condition setting request (Y9).
(e) Since the new module is in a default status, it must be initialized by a

sequence program after control resumption.
Before performing initialization, check whether the contents of the
initialization program are correct or not.
1) Normal system configuration
The sequence program should perform initialization on the leading
edge of Module ready (X0) of the D/A converter module.
When control resumption is executed, Module ready (X0) turns on and
initialization is performed. (If the sequence program performs
initialization only one scan after RUN, initialization is not performed.)
2) When used on remote I/O network
Insert a user device that will execute initialization at any timing
(initialization request signal) into the sequence program. After control
resumption, turn on the initialization request signal to perform
initialization. (If the sequence program performs initialization only one
scan after a data link start of the remote I/O network, initialization is not
performed.)
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(other system is available)

conversion.
output value.
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If the following error dialog box appears, the user range cannot be saved.
Click the [OK] button, and perform the operation in Section 7.3.4 (2)(c) and
later.
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POINT
lit.

(a) Mount the dismounted module and new module to the other system.
(b) Using the G(P).OGLOAD instruction, save the user set values to the CPU
device. Refer to Appendix 2.2 for the G(P).OGLOAD instruction.
(c) Using the G(P).OGSTOR instruction, restore the user set values to the
module. Refer to Appendix 2.3 for the G(P).OGSTOR instruction.
(d) Dismount the new module from the other system, mount it to the slot from
where the old module was dismounted in the original system, and install the
terminal block.
(e) After mounting the module, click the [Execution] button and make sure that
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(4) Operation check

resumption.
(d) Set a digital value to CH Digital value (buffer memory address 1 to 8:

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(other system is unavailable)

(a) On the Operating condition setting window of GX Configurator-DA, set
"Disable" in the Setting value field of CH D/A conversion enable/disable
setting, and click the [Execute test] button.
Confirm that conversion has stopped with the actual analog output value.
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(b) After checking the indication in the current value field of CH D/A
conversion enable/disable setting is "Disable", change the setting value
field of Operating condition setting request to "Setting request", and click
the [Execute test] button to stop conversion.
(c) If the saved buffer memory contents are not yet prerecorded, record them
in the following procedure.
1) Display the pass data window of GX Configurator-DA.
2) Set Pass data classification setting 1 and make a pass data read
request. (Refer to Section 5.6.5, 5.6.6.)
3) Compare the current values of the industrial shipment settings and
user range settings offset/gain values with those of the range
reference table. Refer to Section 7.4 for the range reference table.
4) If the values are proper, record the offset/gain values of Pass data
classification setting, industrial shipment settings and user range
settings.
1 The Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI does not require the
setting and recording of Pass data classification setting.
POINT
If the buffer memory values compared with the reference table are not proper, save
and restoration of the user range cannot be executed.
Before executing module control resumption, make offset/gain setting in the GX
Configurator-DA. (Refer to Section 5.6.2)
Note that if module control is resumed without offset/gain setting being made,
operation will be performed with the default values.
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Click the "OK" button, and perform the operations described in (2)(c) in this
section and later.
POINT
lit.
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(4) Operation check

resumption.
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(c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box.
(d) On the pass data dialog box of GX Configurator-DA, set the prerecorded
values and perform User range writing request. (Refer to Section 5.6.5 and
5.6.6.)
(e) Set a digital value to CH Digital value (buffer memory address 1 to 8:

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conversion.
output value.
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Click the [OK] button, and perform the operation in Section 7.3.6 (2)(c) and
later.
POINT
lit.
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(a) Mount the dismounted module and new module to the other system.
(b) Using the G(P).OGLOAD instruction, save the user set values to the CPU
device. Refer to Appendix 2.2 for the G(P).OGLOAD instruction.
(c) Using the G(P).OGSTOR instruction, restore the user set values to the
module. Refer to Appendix 2.3 for the G(P).OGSTOR instruction.
(d) Dismount the new module from the other system, mount it to the slot from
where the old module was dismounted in the original system, and install the
terminal block.
(e) After mounting the module, click the [Execution] button and make sure that
(4) Operation check

resumption.
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(c) Click the [Close] button to close the System Monitor dialog box.
(d) Enable conversion for a channel to be used by setting D/A conversion

(e) Since the new module is in a default status, it must be initialized by a

performed.)
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conversion.
output value.
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(b) When the contents of buffer memory to be saved has not saved yet, record
them in the following procedure.
1) Perform Pass data classification setting 1 (buffer memory address
200: Un\G200).
2) Turn on and off Operating condition setting request (Y9).
3) Compare the offset/gain values of CH Industrial shipment settings
offset/gain value and User range settings offset/gain value (buffer
memory address 202 to 233: Un\G202 to Un\G233) with the range
reference table. Refer to Section 7.4 for the range reference table.
4) If the values are proper, record the offset/gain values of Pass data
classification setting 1, industrial shipment settings, and user range
settings.
1: The Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI do not require the setting
and recording of Pass data classification setting.
POINT
If the buffer memory values compared with the reference table are not proper, save
and restoration of the user range cannot be executed.
Before executing module control resumption, follow the flowchart in Section 4.6 and
make offset/gain setting in the device test of GX Developer.
To switch modes, set a value to Mode switching setting (buffer memory address
158, 159: Un\G158, Un\G159) and turn on and off Operating condition setting
request (Y9).
Note that if module control is resumed without offset/gain setting being made,
operation will be performed with the default values.

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Click the "OK" button, and perform the operations described (2)(c) in this
section and later.
POINT
lit.

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(4) Operation check

resumption.
(d) Choose [Online] - [Debug] - [Device test] on GX Developer and set the
prerecorded values to the buffer memory.
(e) Turn User range writing request (YA) from off to on to restore the user set
values to the module.
After confirming that Offset/gain setting mode flag (XA) is
on, turn off User range writing request (YA).
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(f) Enable conversion for a channel to be used by setting D/A conversion

Turn on Output enable/disable flag (Y1, Y2) of a channel to be used, and
check whether proper conversion has been made or not.
(g) Since the new module is in a default status, it must be initialized by a

performed.)

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7.4 Range Reference Table
The range reference tables are given below.
(1) Reference table for CH Industrial shipment settings offset/gain value (buffer
memory address 202 to 233: Un\G202 to 233)
(a) For the Q62DAN and Q62DA
The reference values change depending on the setting of Pass data
classification setting (buffer memory address 200: Un\G200).
Address (Decimal) Pass data classification Reference value

Description
CH1 CH2 setting (Hexadecimal)
Voltage specified Approx. 7FF8H
202 204 Industrial shipment settings offset value
Current specified Approx. 7FF8H
Voltage specified Approx. FF5AH
203 205 Industrial shipment settings gain value
Current specified Approx. F92EH
(b) For the Q64DAN and Q64DA

The reference values change depending on the setting of Pass data
classification setting (buffer memory address 200: Un\G200).
Address (Decimal) Pass data classification Reference value

Description
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 setting (Hexadecimal)
Voltage specified Approx. 7FF8H
202 204 206 208 Industrial shipment settings offset value
Current specified Approx. 7FF8H
Voltage specified Approx. FF5AH
203 205 207 209 Industrial shipment settings gain value
Current specified Approx. F92EH
(c) For the Q68DAVN and Q68DAV

Address (Decimal) Reference value
Description
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 (Hexadecimal)
202 204 206 208 210 212 214 216 Industrial shipment settings offset value Approx. 7FF8H
203 205 207 209 211 213 215 217 Industrial shipment settings gain value Approx. FF5AH
(d) For the Q68DAIN and Q68DAI

Address (Decimal) Reference value
Description
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 CH5 CH6 CH7 CH8 (Hexadecimal)
202 204 206 208 210 212 214 216 Industrial shipment settings offset value Approx. 7FF8H
203 205 207 209 211 213 215 217 Industrial shipment settings gain value Approx. F92EH
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(2) Reference table for User range settings offset/gain values (buffer memory address
218 to 233: Un\G218 to 233)
Example: When the offset value and gain value of channel 1 are 1V and 5V
respectively, in the Q68DAV, the reference value of CH1 User range
settings offset value (buffer memory address 218: Un\G218) is approx.
8CB4H and that of CH1 User range settings gain value (buffer memory
address 220: Un\G220) is approx. BFAEH.
Offset/gain value Reference value (Hexadecimal)

0V Approx. 7FF8H
1V Approx. 8CB4H
Voltage
5V Approx. BFAEH
10V Approx. FF5AH
0mA Approx. 7FF8H
Current 4mA Approx. 983AH
20mA Approx. F92EH
7.5 Precautions for Online Module Change
The following are the precautions for online module change.
(1) Always perform an online module change in the correct procedure. A failure to do
so can cause a malfunction or failure.
(2) If an online module change is made with the user range setting, the accuracy after
that will fall to about less than three times of the accuracy before that.
Re-set the offset/gain values as necessary.
(3) Do not perform online module change in the offset/gain setting mode. (If
performed, the D/A converter module may not operate properly.)
(4) Never perform the following operations (a) and (b) during online module change.
(If performed, the D/A converter module may not operate properly.)
(a) Turn off the programmable controller CPU.
(b) Reset the programmable controller CPU.
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8 TROUBLESHOOTING
This chapter explains the types of errors that may occur when the D/A converter
module is used, and how to troubleshoot such errors.
8.1 Error Code List

If an error occurs in D/A converter module while writing to or reading data from the
PLC CPU, the applicable error code is written to buffer memory address 19 (Un\G19).
Table 8.1 Error code list

Error code
Error description Processing
(decimal)
The setting is outside the output range setting that
can be made by the intelligent function module switch Reset to the correct parameter with GX Developer
10
of the GX Developer. indicates the incorrectly parameter setting. (Refer to Section 4.5.)
specified channel number.
Turn the power on and off again. If the error occurs
again, the module may be malfunctioning. Contact
111 Module error at startup.
the nearest distributor or branch office with a
description of the problem.
1
The G.OGSTOR instruction was executed in the Do not execute the G.OGSTOR instruction in the
161
offset/gain setting mode. offset/gain setting mode.
• The G.OGSTOR instruction was executed • Execute the G.OGSTOR instruction only once for
2
consecutively. one module.
162
• At the time of offset/gain setting, a set value was • At the time of offset/gain setting, write a set value
written to the E2PROM 26 or more times. only once at one time.
The G.OGSTOR instruction was executed for the
2
Execute the G.OGLOAD and G.OGSTOR
163 model that differs from the model for which the
instructions for the same model.
G.OGLOAD instruction had been executed.
The offset value is equal to or greater than the gain
2 value at the time of user range setting or user range Reset so that the offset value becomes smaller than
40
restoration. indicates the channel number causing the gain value.
the error.
Set the correct value in Offset/gain setting mode and
2 More than one channel was set at the same time
500 offset/gain specification (buffer memory addresses
during offset/gain settings. 8
22, 23: Un\G22 and Un\G23).
The specified digital value is outside the valid range.
60 2 indicates the channel number where the error Set a value that is within the valid range.
occurred.
Change the contents of Offset/gain adjustment value
2 The analog adjustment output in the offset/gain
700 specification (buffer memory address 24 (Un\G24) so
setting mode is outside the specified value range.
that it is within the range from –3000 to 3000.
POINT
(1) If more than one error occurs, the error code first detected by the D/A
converter module is stored. No other error codes will be stored.
(2) Error code 161 marked with 1 is not stored in Error code (buffer memory
address 19 (Un\G19). It is written to the Completion status area, (S) + 1, of the
G(P).OGSTOR instruction.
(3) Error code marked with 2 can be cleared by turning on Error clear request
(YF).
(4) The error is cleared at the time of mode switching.
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8.2 Troubleshooting
8.2.1 When the "RUN" LED is flashing or turned off
(1) When flashing

Check item Corrective action
Reset switch 4 of the intelligent function module setting for
Is the mode set to the offset/gain setting mode?
GX Developer to the normal mode (Refer to Section 4.5).
(2) When off

Confirm that the supply voltage for the power supply module
Is power being supplied?
is within the rated range.
Calculate the current consumption of the CPU module, I/O
Is the capacity of the power supply module adequate? module and intelligent function module mounted on the base
unit to see if the power supply capacity is adequate.
Reset the PLC CPU and verify that it is lit. If the RUN LED
does not light even after doing this, the module may be
Has a watchdog timer error occurred?
malfunctioning. Contact the nearest distributor or branch
office with a description of the problem.
Is the module correctly mounted on the base unit? Check the mounting condition of the module.
Is a module change enabled during an online module
Refer to Chapter 7 and take corrective action.
change?
8.2.2 When the "ERROR" LED is on or flashing
(1) When on
Confirm the error code and take corrective action described
8 Is an error being generated?
in Section 8.1.
(2) When flashing

Using GX Developer parameter setting, set intelligent
Is intelligent function module setting switch 5 set to "other
function module setting switch 5 to "0" (Refer to Section
than 0"?
4.5).
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8.2.3 When an analog output value is not output
Check item Action to be taken

Verify that 24VDC voltage is being supplied to the external power
supply terminals
Is 24VDC external power supply being supplied?
(Q62DAN, Q64DAN, Q62DA, Q64DA: terminal numbers 16, 17
Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN, Q68DAV, Q68DAI: terminal numbers 17, 18).
Is there any fault with the analog signal lines Check for any abnormality on the signal lines by doing a visual check
such as broken or disconnected line? and performing a continuity check.
Is the CPU module in the STOP status? Set the CPU module to the RUN status.
Verify that the offset/gain settings are correct (Refer to sections 4.6,
5.6.2 and 5.6.3).
Are the offset/gain settings correct? If the user range setting is being used, switch to a different default
output range and check if D/A conversion is correctly performed. If it
is correctly performed, redo the offset/gain settings.
Verify setting range (buffer memory addresses 20, 21 (Un\G20,
Un\G21) in GX Developer monitor. If the output range setting is
Is the output setting range correct?
incorrect, redo GX Developer intelligent function module switch
settings (Refer to Section 4.5).
Check the on/off status of High resolution mode status flag (X8) in GX
Developer system monitor.
Is the resolution mode setting correct?
If the resolution mode setting is incorrect, redo the GX Developer
intelligent function module switch setting. (Refer to Section 4.5.)
Check the setting of D/A conversion enable/disable (buffer memory
Is D/A conversion enable/disable setting for the
address 0: Un\G0) in GX Developer monitor and set it to Enable using
channel to be output set to Disable?
the sequence program or utility package (Refer to Section 3.4).
Check the on/off status of CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y8)
in GX Developer monitor.
Is the D/A output enable/disable setting for the
If CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y8) is off, check the
channel to be output set to Disable?
sequence program (Refer to Section 3.3), or check that the CPU
module is not in STOP state.
Is the digital value being written to the channel to Verify CH Digital value (buffer memory address 1 to 8 (Un\G1 to 8)
be output? in GX Developer monitor (Refer to Section 3.4).
Turn on and off Operating condition setting request (Y9) using GX
Developer, and check whether an analog value that is output is
Has Operating condition setting request (Y9) normal.
been executed? If the analog value is normal, check whether descriptions related to
Operating condition setting request (Y9) are correct on the sequence
program (Refer to Section 3.3).
POINT
If the analog output value is not output after the proper corrective action is taken in
accordance with the above check item, the possible cause is a module failure.
Consult the nearest sales representative or branch.
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8.2.4 When analog output value is not held
Check item Action to be taken

Check the Switch 3 setting of the intelligent function
Is the HOLD/CLEAR setting correct?
module switch setting on GX Developer.
Is the D/A converter module used on a Take corrective actions, referring to POINT (2) in
MELSECNET/H remote I/O station? Section 3.2.2.
8.2.5 Checking the D/A converter module status using GX Developer system monitor
When the D/A converter module detail information is selected in GX Developer system
monitor, the function version, Error code, LED on status and status of the intelligent
function module switch setting can be checked.
(1) Operating the GX Developer

[Diagnostics] [System monitor] Select the D/A conversion module checking
the status. Module's Detailed Information
(2) Module Detailed Information

(a) Checking the function version
The function version of the D/A converter module is displayed in the product
information field.
(b) Checking the Error code

The error code stored in buffer memory address 19 (Un\G19) of the D/A
converter module is displayed in the latest Error code field.
(When the Error History button is pressed, the contents displayed in the
latest Error code field are displayed in the No.1 field.)
Function version
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(3) H/W information

(a) H/W LED information
The LED status is displayed.
No. LED name Status
1 RUN LED 0000H : Indicates that LED is unlit.
2 ERROR LED 0001H : Indicates that LED is lit
(b) H/W SW information

The status of the intelligent function module switch setting is displayed.
No. Switch setting for intelligent function module
1 Switch 1
2 Switch 2
3 Switch 3
4 Switch 4
5 Switch 5
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Appendix 1 Function upgrade for the D/A converter module
The D/A converter modules of function versions B and C have more functions than the
conventional model (function version A).
This section describes a comparison of functions of the D/A converter module based
on the function additions, combinations with GX Configurator-DA software version and
precautions when replacing the module.
Appendix 1.1 A comparison of functions of the D/A converter module
The following table indicates the functions supported by the corresponding function
versions.
Function Function version A Function version B Function version C

D/A conversion enable/disable function
D/A output enable/disable function
Synchronous output function
Multiple CPU system compatibility
Analog output test during programmable controller CPU STOP
Resolution mode — — —
Normal resolution mode
High resolution mode
High resolution mode status flag (X8)
Online module change
Switching between normal mode and offset/gain setting mode — — —
Dedicated instruction (G(P).OFFGAN)
Buffer memory (Mode switching setting) and Operating
condition setting request (Y9)
GX Configurator-DA
Intelligent function module switch setting
: Compatible : Not compatible
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Appendix 1.2 Combinations of D/A converter module functions and GX Configurator-DA

software versions
The following table indicates the D/A converter module functions and corresponding
GX Configurator-DA software versions.
Software version
Function SW0D5C-QDAU-E SW0D5C-QDAU-E GX Configurator-DA GX Configurator-DA
00A 10B Version 1.10L to 1.15R Version 1.16S or later
Normal resolution mode

High resolution mode 1
High resolution mode status

flag (X8) 1 2
Multiple CPU system
compatibility 1
Analog output test during
programmable controller
CPU STOP 1
Normal mode - offset/gain
setting mode switching 3
: Compatible : Not compatible
1 Functions added by function version B.
2 When the D/A converter module is function version A and the GX Configurator-DA
software version is SW0D5C-QDAU-E 20C or later or GX Configurator-DA
Version 1.10L or later, off is always displayed.
3 Functions added by function version C.
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Appendix 1.3 Precautions for replacing the module of function version A with the one of
function version B or later
(1) Incorporation into an existing system

You can use the wiring designed for function version A as-is to mount the D/A
converter module of function version B or later.
(2) Program utilization

You can use the program created for function version A as-is with the D/A
converter module of function version B or later.
(3) Switch setting for Intelligent function module

The setting of the offset/gain setting mode differs between function versions A
and B or later.
Perform the offset/gain settings after checking the RUN LED flashes in
offset/gain setting mode. If the RUN LED does not flash, check to see if the
switch 4 setting is correct.
(Refer to Section 4.5 for the intelligent function module switch setting of function
version B or later.)
<Contents of switch 4 setting for function version A>
H
00H : Normal mode (non-synchronized)
01H to FFH : Synchronized output mode
00H : Normal mode (D/A conversion processing)
01H to FFH : Offset/gain setting mode
(4) Analog output during programmable controller CPU STOP

If CH Output enable/disable flag (Y1 to Y8) is forced on (enabled) in the
function version B D/A converter module, the D/A converted value may be output
in some cases.
Refer to Section 3.2.3 for details.
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Appendix 1.4 Precautions for replacing the Q62DA/Q64DA/Q68DAV/Q68DAI with

Q62DAN/Q64DAN/Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN
(1) Wiring precautions

To use existing wires of the Q62DA/Q64DA/Q68DAV/Q68DAI, an extra length of
30mm is required for the wiring of an alternative module.
When replacing the module, verify this in the actual system configuration.
(2) Differences between the Q62DA/Q64DA/Q68DAV/Q68DAI and

Q62DAN/Q64DAN/Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN
The following shows the differences between the Q62DA/Q64DA/Q68DAV/
Q68DAI and Q62DAN/Q64DAN/Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN.
These modules can be replaced without taking any specific attention except for
the wiring precautions.
Model
Q62DA Q64DA Q68DAI Q68DAV Q62DAN Q64DAN Q68DAIN Q68DAVN
Item
Voltage No differences
Analog 0 to 20 mA DC 0 to 20 mA DC
output Current (External load resistance value: --- (External load resistance value: ---
refer to Section 3.1.1) 0 to 600 )
Between the I/O terminal and programmable Between the I/O terminal and programmable
controller power supply: Photo coupler controller power supply: Photo coupler
insulation insulation
Insulation method Between output channels: No insulation Between output channels: No insulation
Between external supply power and analog Between external supply power and analog
output: No insulation output: Transformer insulation
Between the I/O terminal and programmable
Dielectric withstand Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply: 500VAC for 1 minute
voltage controller power supply: 500VAC for 1 minute Between external supply power and analog
output: 500VAC for 1 minute
Between the I/O terminal and programmable
Between the I/O terminal and programmable controller power supply: 500VDC 20M or
Insulation resistance controller power supply: 500VDC 20M or more
more Between external supply power and analog
output: 500VDC 20M or more
External Dimension 98(H) 27.4(W) 90(D) [mm] 98(H) 27.4(W) 112(D) [mm]
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Appendix 2 Dedicated Instruction List and Available Devices
(1) Dedicated instruction list

The following table lists the dedicated instructions that can be used with the D/A
converter modules.
Instruction Description Reference section

Switches to the offset/gain setting mode.
G(P).OFFGAN Appendix 2.1
Switches to the normal mode.
G(P).OGLOAD Reads the offset/gain values of the user range setting to the CPU. Appendix 2.2
Restores the offset/gain values of the user range setting stored in the
G(P).OGSTOR Appendix 2.3
CPU to the D/A converter module.
POINT
When the module is mounted to a MELSECNET/H remote station, the dedicated
instructions cannot be used.
(2) Available devices

The following devices are available for the dedicated instructions:
Internal devices 2
1 File register Constant
Bit Word
X, Y, M, L, F, V, B T, ST, C, D, W R, ZR K, H
1: Word device bit designation can be used as bit data.

Word device bit designation is done by designating Word device . Bit No. .
(Designation of bit numbers is done in hexadecimal.)
For example, bit 10 of D0 is designated as D0.A .
However, there can be no bit designation for timers (T), retentive timers (ST) and
counters (C).
2: Available devices are given in each of the Constant field.
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Appendix 2.1 G(P).OFFGAN

Switches the mode of the D/A converter module. (Normal mode to offset/gain setting
mode, offset/gain setting mode to normal mode)
Usable devices
Setting Internal device Link direct device Intelligent
File Index Constant
data (System, user) J \ function module Other
register register Z
Bit Word Bit Word device U \G K, H $
(S) — — — — —
[Instruction [Execution
symbol] condition]
Command
G.OFFGAN G.OFFGAN Un (S)
Command
GP.OFFGAN GP.OFFGAN Un (S)
Setting data
Setting
Description Setting range Data type
data
Un Start I/O number of the module 0 to FEH Binary 16 bits
Mode switching
0: Switching to normal mode
(S) 1: Switching to offset/gain setting mode 0 ,1 Binary 16 bits
The setting of any other value results in "switching to offset/gain
setting mode".
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(1) Function
Switches the mode of the D/A converter module.
• Normal mode to offset/gain setting mode (Offset/gain setting mode flag (XA)
turns on.)
• Offset/gain setting mode to normal mode (Offset/gain setting mode flag (XA)
turns off.)
POINT
(1) When the offset/gain setting mode is switched to the normal mode, Module
ready (X0) turns from off to on.
Note that initial setting processing will be executed if there is a sequence
program that makes initial setting when Module ready (X0) turns on.
(2) D/A conversion is discontinued if the mode is switched (from the normal mode
to the offset/gain setting mode or from the offset/gain setting mode to the
normal mode).
To resume D/A conversion, switch the mode to the normal mode if it is set to
the offset/gain setting mode, and then turn on and off Operating condition
(2) Operation error

No errors.
(3) Program example

The following program is designed to switch the D/A converter module mounted
in the position of I/O number X/Y0 to X/YF to the offset/gain setting mode when
M10 is turned on, and to return it to the normal mode when M10 is turned off.
Switches to offset/gain setting mode

Performs processing for offset/gain setting

Switches to normal mode
Performs processing for normal mode
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Appendix 2.2 G(P).OGLOAD

Reads the offset/gain values of the user range setting of the D/A converter module to
the CPU.
Usable devices
Setting Internal device Link direct device Intelligent
File Index Constant
data (System, user) J \ function module Others
register register Z
Bit Word Bit Word device U \G K, H $
(S) — — — — —
(D) — — — —
symbol] condition]
Command
G.OGLOAD G.OGLOAD Un (S) (D)
Command
GP.OGLOAD GP.OGLOAD Un (S) (D)
Setting data
Setting
data
Within the range of the
(S) Start number of the device in which control data is stored. Device name
specified device
Device that is turned on 1 scan on completion of dedicated
(D) instruction processing. Bit
specified device
(D) + 1 also turns on at an abnormal completion.
Control data 1 of the Q62DAN and Q62DA

Device Item Setting data Setting range Set by
(S) System area — — —
Stores the status when the instruction
is complete.
(S) + 1 Completion status — System
0 : Normal completion
Other than 0 : Abnormal completion
Specify the voltage/current of the
offset/gain values to be read.
0: Voltage specified
(S) + 2 Pass data classification setting 1: Current specified 0000H to 0003 H User
b15 b2 b1 b0
0 0 CH.2 CH.1
(S) + 3 System area — — —

(S) + 4 CH1 Industrial shipment settings offset value — — System
(S) + 5 CH1 Industrial shipment settings gain value — — System
(S) + 8 CH1 User range settings offset value — — System
(S) + 9 CH1 User range settings gain value — — System
1 Set only Pass data classification setting (S)+2. If data is written to the area set by the system, the offset/gain values
will not be read properly.
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Control data 2 of the Q64DAN and Q64DAA

is complete.
Specify the voltage/current of the
offset/gain values to be read.
0: Voltage specified
(S) + 2 Pass data classification setting 1: Current specified 0000H to 000F H User
b15 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0
0 0 CH.4 CH.3 CH.2 CH.1

2 Set only Pass data classification setting (S)+2. If data is written to the area set by the system, the offset/gain values
will not be read properly.
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Control data 3 of the Q68DAVN and Q68DAV

is complete.
(S) + 2
(S) + 3
3 Setting is not necessary. If setting is made, the offset/gain values will not be read properly.
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Control data 4 of the Q68DAIN and Q68DAI

is complete.
(S) + 2
(S) + 3
4 Setting is not necessary. If setting is made, the offset/gain values will not be read properly.
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(1) Functions
(a) Reads the offset/gain values of the user range setting of the D/A converter
module to the CPU.
(b) There are two types of interlock signals for the G(P).OGLOAD instruction:
the completion device (D) and the status display device at completion (D) +
1.
1) Completion device
Turns on in the END processing of the scan where the G(P).OGLOAD
instruction is completed, and turns off in the next END processing.
2) Status display device at completion
Turns on and off depending on the completion status of the
G(P).OGLOAD instruction.
Normal completion : Stays off and does not change.
Abnormal completion : Turns on in the END processing of the scan
where the G(P).OGLOAD instruction is
completed, and turns off in the next END
processing.
END processing END processing END processing END processing

Sequence program
Execution completion of
ON the G.OGLOAD instruction
OFF
G.OGLOAD instruction
ON
OFF
Completion device (D) ON Abnormal
completion
Status display device OFF Normal completion
at completion (D)+1 1 scan
(2) Operation error

No errors.
(3) Program example

The following program is designed to read the offset/gain values of the D/A
converter module mounted in the position of I/O number X/Y0 to X/YF when M11
is turned on.
Control data setting 1
Specifies voltage
Offset/gain value read

Dedicated instruction
(GP.OGLOAD)
Performs processing at abnormal completion
For the Q68DAVN/Q68DAIN/Q68DAV/Q68DAI, the program in the dotted area is not

necessary.
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Appendix 2.3 G(P).OGSTOR

Restores the offset/gain values of the user range setting stored in the CPU to the D/A
converter module.
Usable devices
Internal device Link direct device Intelligent
Setting Constant
(System, user) File J \ function module Index
data Other
register device register Z
Bit Word Bit Word K, H $
U \G
(S) — — — — —
(D) — — — —
symbol] condition]
Command
G.OGSTOR G.OGSTOR Un (S) (D)
Command
GP.OGSTOR GP.OGSTOR Un (S) (D)
Setting data
Setting
data
(S) 1 Start number of the device in which control data is stored. Device name
specified device
Device that is turned on 1 scan on completion of dedicated
(D) instruction processing. Bit
specified device
(D) + 1 also turns on at an abnormal completion.
1 When executing the G(P).OGLOAD instruction, specify the device designated in (S).
Do not change the data read with the G(P).OGLOAD instruction.
If it is changed, normal operation cannot be guaranteed.
Control data of the Q62DAN and Q62DA

is complete.
(S) + 1 Completion status 0 : Normal completion — System
(Error code)
The value set to Pass data
classification setting (S)+2 using the
G(P).OGLOAD instruction is stored.
(S) + 2 Pass data classification setting 0: Voltage specified 0000H to 0003 H User
1: Current specified
b15 b2 b1 b0
0 0 CH.2 CH.1

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Control data of the Q64DAN and Q64DA

is complete.
(Error code)
The value set to Pass data
classification setting (S)+2 using the
G(P).OGLOAD instruction is stored.
(S) + 2 Pass data classification setting 0: Voltage specified 0000H to 000F H User
1: Current specified
b15 b4 b3 b2 b1 b0
0 0 CH.4 CH.3 CH.2 CH.1

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Control data of the Q68DAVN and Q68DAV

is complete.
(Error code)
(S) + 2
(S) + 3
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Control data of the Q68DAIN and Q68DAI

is complete.
(S) + 2
(S) + 3
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(1) Functions
(a) Restores the offset/gain values of the user range setting stored in the CPU
to the D/A converter module.
(b) There are two types of interlock signals for the G(P).OGSTOR instruction:
the completion device (D) and the status display device at completion (D) +
1.
1) Completion device
Turns on in the END processing of the scan where the G(P).OGSTOR
instruction is completed, and turns off in the next END processing.
2) Status display device at completion
Turns on and off depending on the completion status of the
G(P).OGSTOR instruction.
Normal completion : Stays off and does not change.
Abnormal completion : Turns on in the END processing of the scan
where the G(P).OGSTOR instruction is
completed, and turns off in the next END
processing.
END processing END processing END processing END processing

Sequence program
Execution completion of
ON the G.OGSTOR instruction
OFF
G.OGSTOR instruction
ON
OFF
Completion device (D) ON Abnormal
completion
Status display device OFF Normal completion
at completion (D)+1 1 scan
(c) When the offset/gain values are restored, the reference accuracy falls to
about less than three times of the accuracy before that.
(2) Operation error

In any of the following cases, an error occurs and the corresponding error codes
are stored into the completion status area (S)+1.
Error code Case resulting in operation error

The G(P).OGSTOR instruction was executed in the offset/gain setting
161
mode.
162 The G(P).OGSTOR instruction was executed consecutively.
The G(P).OGSTOR instruction was executed for the model that differs
163 from the model for which the G(P).OGLOAD instruction had been
executed.
App - 17 App - 17
APPENDICES
MELSEC-Q
(3) Program example

The following program is designed to read the offset/gain values of the D/A
converter module mounted in the position of I/O number X/Y0 to X/YF when M11
is turned on.
Control data setting
Offset/gain value restoration

Dedicated instruction
(GP.OGSTOR)
Performs processing at abnormal completion
App - 18 App - 18
APPENDICES
MELSEC-Q
Appendix 3 External Dimensions
(1) Q62DAN, Q64DAN
Unit: mm
(2) Q68DAVN, Q68DAIN
Unit: mm
App - 19 App - 19
APPENDICES
MELSEC-Q
(3) Q62DA, Q64DA
Unit: mm
(4) Q68DAV, Q68DAI
Unit: mm
App - 20 App - 20
APPENDICES
MELSEC-Q
MEMO
App - 21 App - 21
INDEX
Ind
[A] Function version ............................................. 2-5
Absolute maximum output ....................... 3-1, 3-2
Accuracy ..........................................3-1, 3-2, 3-10 [G]
Analog output ........................................... 3-1, 3-2 Gain value ........................................................ 3-3
Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function ......... 3-12 G(P).OFFGAN ............................................ App-6
Analog output test during programmable controller G(P).OGLOAD ............................................ App-8
CPU STOP .................................................... 3-14 G(P).OGSTOR .......................................... App-13
GX Configurator-DA......................................... 2-2
[B] GX Configurator-DA software Version ....... App-2
Buffer memory ............................................... 3-20 GX Developer ............................................... A-13
[C] [H]
Channel change completed flag ................... 3-17 Handling precautions ............................... 4-1, 5-2
Channel change request ............................... 3-19 High resolution mode ............................... 3-1, 3-2
CH Digital value ......................................... 3-28 High resolution mode status flag ................... 3-16
CH Output enable/disable flag .................. 3-19
CH Set value check code.......................... 3-29 [I]
Close parameters .......................................... 5-13 I/O assignment setting ................................... 4-11
Confirmation of conversion characteristic .... 5-27 I/O characteristics .................................... 3-1, 3-2
Conversion speed ...........................3-1, 3-2, 3-10 Industrial shipment settings offset/gain value
Current output characteristic ........................... 3-7 ........................................................................ 3-33
Initial setting ................................................... 5-15
[D] Installing ........................................................... 5-2
D/A conversion enable/disable function ....... 3-11 Insulation method..................................... 3-1, 3-2
D/A conversion enable/disable ..................... 3-28 Intelligent function module parameter ............. 5-8
D/A converter module ................................... A-13 Intelligent function module switch setting........ 4-9
D/A output enable/disable function ............... 3-11 Internal current consumption ................... 3-1, 3-2
Dedicated instruction................................... App-5
Delete parameters ......................................... 5-13 [L]
Digital input ............................................... 3-1, 3-2 List of I/O signals ........................................... 3-15
[E] [M]
EMC directive ................................................ A-12 Multiple CPU system ....................................... 2-1
Error clear request......................................... 3-19 Maximum resolution................................. 3-1, 3-2
Error code list .................................................. 8-1 Mode switching setting .................................. 3-31
Error code ...................................................... 3-29 Module ready ................................................. 3-16
ERROR LED ................................................... 4-4 Monitor/test .................................................... 5-19
Error flag ........................................................ 3-18
External Dimensions ................................. App-19 [N]
External supply power .............................. 3-1, 3-2 Normal resolution mode .......................... 3-1, 3-2
[F]
FB conversion ............................................... 5-32
FG terminal L-shaped metal fitting
............................................. 4-6, App-19, App-20
Index - 1 Index - 1
User range writing request ............................ 3-19
[O] Utility package .................................................. 5-1
Offset value ..................................................... 3-3
Ind Offset/gain adjustment value specification ... 3-31 [V]
Offset/gain setting mode flag ........................ 3-17 Voltage output characteristic ........................... 3-4
Offset/gain setting mode ............................... 3-30
Offset/gain settings........................................ 4-13 [W]
Online module change .................................... 7-1 Weight ...................................................... 3-1, 3-2
Open parameters .......................................... 5-13 Write to PLC ................................................... 5-13
Operating condition setting completed flag .. 3-16
Operating condition setting request .............. 3-19 [X]
Operating environment ................................... 5-5 X/Y monitor/test ............................................. 5-19
Output range.................................................. 3-30
Output short circuit protection .................. 3-1, 3-2
[P]
Part identification nomenclature ..................... 4-3
Pass data ....................................................... 5-29
Pass data classification setting ..................... 3-32
Programming ................................................... 6-1
[Q]
QCPU (Q mode) ............................................ A-13
[R]
Read from PLC.............................................. 5-13
Resolution mode ........................................... 3-11
RUN LED ......................................................... 4-4
[S]
Save parameters ........................................... 5-13
Screen for selecting a target intelligent function
module ........................................................... 5-10
Set value change completed flag ................. 3-18
Set value change request ............................. 3-19
Setting range ................................................. 3-30
Setup and procedures before operation ......... 4-1
Synchronous output function ........................ 3-11
Synchronous output mode flag ..................... 3-18
Synchronous output request ......................... 3-19
[T]
Text files .......................................................... 5-9
Transfer setup ............................................... 5-14
Troubleshooting............................................... 8-1
[U]
Uninstalling ...................................................... 5-2
User range settings offset/gain value ........... 3-33
Index - 2 Index - 2
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Digital-Analog Converter Module

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Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions,

Japanese Manual Version SH-080027-Y

1.1 Features ................................................................................................................................................. 1- 1

2.1 Applicable Systems ............................................................................................................................... 2- 1

3.1 Performance Specifications .................................................................................................................. 3- 1

4 SETUP AND PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION 4- 1 to 4-17

4.1 Handling Precautions ............................................................................................................................ 4- 1

5 UTILITY PACKAGE (GX Configurator-DA) 5- 1 to 5-36

5.1 Utility Package Functions ...................................................................................................................... 5- 1

6.1 For Use in Normal System Configuration ............................................................................................. 6- 1

7 ONLINE MODULE CHANGE 7- 1 to 7-36

7.1 Online Module Change Conditions ....................................................................................................... 7- 2

8.1 Error Code List....................................................................................................................................... 8- 1

APPENDICES App- 1 to App-21

INDEX Index- 1 to Index- 2

The following manuals are also related to this product.

GX Developer Version 8 Operating Manual (Function Block)

GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Common)

GX Works2 Version 1 Operating Manual (Intelligent Function Module)

COMPLIANCE WITH THE EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES

(1) For programmable controller system

(2) For the product

Abbreviation/general terms Description of the abbreviation/general terms

The product structure of this product is given in the table below.

Model code Product name Quantity

Model Production discontinuation

(8) Analog output HOLD/CLEAR function

1.2 Functions Added to Function Version B and Later

(1) Functions added to function version B D/A converter module

Item Function overview Reference section

(2) Functions added to function version C D/A converter module

Item Function overview Reference section

2.1 Applicable Systems

This section describes the applicable systems. 2

(1) Applicable modules and base units, and No. of modules

(b) Mounting to a MELSECNET/H remote I/O station

(2) Support of the multiple CPU system

(3) Compatibility with Online module change

(4) Supported software packages

2.2 Precautions on System Configuration

(1) Using D/A converter module with Redundant CPU

(a) Dedicated instruction

2.3 Checking Function Version, Serial Number, and Software Version

Serial No. (first 5 digits)

Relevant regulation standards

(b) Checking on the front of the module

Serial No. Product No.

1) Displaying the product No.

(2) Checking the software version of GX Configurator-DA

(In the case of GX Developer Version 7)

3.1 Performance Specifications

3.1.1 Performance specifications list

Normal resolution mode High resolution mode

(2) Q62DA, Q64DA, Q68DAV, and Q68DAI

Number of analog input channels 2 channels 4 channels 8 channels

Normal resolution mode High resolution mode

Accuracy Ambient temperature

Conversion speed 80 s/channel