7.9.1.1 Change Device/PLC Settings Guide

In the [Device/PLC] page click [Change Device/PLC] and the following dialog box appears. Select the model of the Device/PLC you want to change.

Current Settings

Maker

Displays the maker of the currently set device/PLC.

Series

Displays the series for the currently specified PLC.

Number of Device/PLCs

Displays the number of connected devices for the currently set PLC.

Port

Displays the connection port of the currently specified device/PLC.

Settings After Conversion

Manufacturer

Sets the maker of the new PLC.

Series

Sets the series of the new PLC.

Allowable Number of Devices/PLCs

Displays the number of devices that can be connected with the new PLC.

Port

After changing the model, select a connection port from [USB/SIO (RS422/485)], [Ethernet (UDP)], [Ethernet (TCP)], or a serial port, such as [COM1].

  • When using a USB/RS-422/485 conversion adapter, select [USB/SIO(RS422/485)].
    For a list of display modles that support the USB/RS-422/485 conversion adapter, please see the following:
    1.5 Supported Features
    Additionally, for devices you can connect with the USB/RS-422/485 conversion adapter and its connection methods, refer to the "GP-Pro EX Device/PLC Connection Manual".

Refer to the Manual of This Device/PLC

Displays the page for a changed device/PLC in the "GP-Pro EX Device/PLC Manual".

Go to Device/PLC Manual

Displays the top page of the "GP-Pro EX Device/PLC Manual".

Change

Changes the model of device without specifying an address conversion pattern.

Change Specifying Address Conversion

Changes the model of device by specifying an address conversion pattern. Designate the previous address range and the top address of the destination device/PLC.
7.9.1.2 Address Conversion Method Settings Guide

Cancel

Cancels changing to a new device/PLC.