NS-Series

Cat. No. V098-E1-04 NS12-TS00@-V1/-V2, NS12-TS01@-V1/-V2

NS10-TV00@-V1/-V2, NS10-TV01@-V1/-V2
NS8-TV00@-V1/-V2, NS8-TV01@-V1/-V2
NS8-TV10@-V1, NS8-TV11@-V1
NS5-SQ00@-V1/-V2, NS5-SQ01@-V1/-V2
NS5-SQ10@-V2, NS5-SQ11@-V2
NS5-TQ00@-V2, NS5-TQ01@-V2
NS5-TQ10@-V2, NS5-TQ11@-V2
NS5-MQ00@-V2, NS5-MQ01@-V2
NS5-MQ10@-V2, NS5-MQ11@-V2

Programmable Terminals
Host Connection Manual:
Host Link

OPERATION MANUAL
Introduction
This manual describes the configuration and settings required for communicating with the
host devices used by NS-series Programmable Terminals for Host Link communications.
First familiarize yourself with the contents of the manuals related to NS-series
Programmable Terminals (the NS-series Setup Manual, NS-series Programming Manual, and
the CX-Designer online help), and then use this manual for Host Link communications.

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1-1 Overview
This section provides an overview of connecting an NS-V1/V2 PT to an OMRON
Programmable Controller that supports Host Link communications.

The NS-V1/V2 PT is connected 1:1 to the CPU Unit or a Host Link Unit of an OMRON PLC.
Host Link communications are used to read and display or write the words and settings in the
host PLC.

NS-V1/V2 PT serial ports A and B can both be connected to a host by means of the Host Link
protocol.

Reference
When an NS-V1/V2 PT and a PLC are connected by
Host Link, it is not possible to change to RUN Mode.
If the PLC is set for RUN Mode, it is automatically
switched to Monitor Mode. For example, if a
compatible Programming Console is connected to
the PLC and the PLC operating mode is switched to
RUN mode, the password display for the Monitor
Mode will be displayed at the Programming Console.

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1-2 Connection Configuration
This section describes the system configuration required for connecting to the host by Host
Link communications.

1-2-1 NS-V1/V2 Configuration Required for Connection

NS-V1/V2 Models
One of the following NS-V1/V2 PTs is required to connect with the host by Host Link
communications.
Model
NS12-TS0@(B)-V1/-V2
NS10-TV0@ (B)-V1/-V2
NS8-TV0@ (B)-V1/-V2
NS8-TV1@ (B)-V1
NS5-SQ@@ (B)-V1/-V2
NS5-TQ@@ (B)-V2
NS5-MQ@@ (B)-V2

Reference
NS-series PTs without the -V1 or -V2 suffix do not
support Host Link communications. One of the above
NS-V1/V2 models must be used.

NS-V1/V2 System Program

To connect to the host by means of Host Link communications, system program version 6 or
later must be installed in the NS-V1/V2 PT.
System program
Ver. 6 or later

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Communications Ports
Communications Applicable communications method
port
Serial port A Host Link
1:1 NT link
1:N NT link
Memory link
(Bar-code reader input)
(Temperature controller connection)
(CX-Designer connection)
Serial port B Host Link
1:1 NT link
1:N NT link
Memory link
(Bar-code reader input)
(Temperature controller connection)
(CX-Designer connection)

The following table shows the communications methods that can be used in combination
when serial ports A and B are used at the same time.
Serial port B

CX-Designer
Memory link
1:N NT Link
1:1 NT Link

connection
Temperature
Host Link

Bar-code

controller
reader
Host Link YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
1:1 NT link YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
Serial port A

1:N NT Link YES YES YES YES YES YES YES

Memory link YES YES YES No YES YES YES
Bar-code reader YES YES YES YES No YES YES
Temperature controller YES YES YES YES YES YES YES
CX-Designer connection YES YES YES YES YES YES No

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Communications Setup
The following table shows the communications settings required at the NS-V1/V2 PT and the
host to connect to the host by means of Host Link communications.
Setup Settings (See note 2.)
location
NS-V1/V2 PT Baud rate: 9,600 or 19,200 bps (See note 1.)
Host Start bits: 1 bit
Data: 7 bits
Stop bits: 2 bits
Parity: Even
Host Link unit number: 0
Baud rate: 9,600 or 19,200 bps (See note 1.)
Note 1: The baud rate settings must be the same for both the NS-V1/V2 PT and the host.
2: Use the 1:N protocol setting.

1-2-2 Applicable PLCs

The OMRON PLCs listed below can be connected as hosts using Host Link communications.
The connection can be made either directly to the built-in serial port on the CPU Unit or to a
Host Link Unit mounted to the PLC.

C Series
C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z), CQM1, CQM1H, CPM2A/CPM2C, CPM1/CPM1A, C500,
C1000H, C2000H

CV Series
CV500, CV1000, CV2000, CVM1

CS/CJ Series
CS1G/CS1H, CS1G-H/CS1H-H, CJ1G, CJ1G-H/CJ1H-H, CJ1M, CP1H/CP1L, CJ2H

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1-3 Connecting to the Host
The types of host that can be connected to a PT by using the serial ports on the NS-series PT
and connecting to an RS-232C port at the host are described here.

1-3-1 Connecting to an RS-232C Port at the Host

Compatible Host Units
Some models and series of OMRON PLCs have the host link function built in.
In the CS-series or CQM1H PLCs, the host link method can be used by installing a Serial
Communications Board. In addition, some C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E have an integral CPU Unit
that can be connected in the host link method by installing a Communications Board.
Check the model and series of the PLC, the type of installed Serial Communications Board or
Serial Communications Unit before making a connection.
The PLC Units/Boards that can be connected to an NS-series PT through a Host Link
connection using RS-232C ports on both the PLC Unit/Board and PT are listed in the
following table.
PLC Series CPU Units with Built-in Host Link CPU Units Connectable with Host Host Link Unit/
Function Link Units or Expansion Communications
Communications Board Board
CS Series CS1G-CPU42/43/44/45-EV1 CS1G-CPU42/43/44/45-EV1 CS1W-SCU21-V1
CS1H-CPU63/64/65/66/67-EV1 CS1H-CPU63/64/65/66/67-EV1 CS1W-SCB21-V1
CS1G-CPU42H/43H/44H/45H CS1G-CPU42H/43H/44H/45H CS1W-SCB41-V1
CS1H-CPU63H/64H/65H/66H/67H CS1H-CPU63H/64H/65H/66H/67H
CJ Series CJ1G-CPU44/CPU45 CJ1G-CPU44/CPU45 CJ1W-SCU21/41-V1
CJ1G-CPU42H/43H/44H/45H CJ1G-CPU42H/43H/44H/45H
CJ1H-CPU65H/66H/67H CJ1H-CPU65H/66H/67H
CJ1H-CPU65H/66H/67H-R CJ1H-CPU65H/66H/67H-R
CJ2H-CPU64/65/66/67/68-EIP CJ2H-CPU64/65/66/67/68-EIP
CJ1M-CPU11/12/13/21/22/23 CJ1M-CPU11/12/13/21/22/23
CP1H-XA40DR-A/XA40DT-D/XA40D CP1W-CIF01
T1-D/X40DR-A/X40DT-D/X40DT1-D/
Y20DT-D
CP1L-L14DR-A/L14DR-D/L14DT-D/L
14DT1-D/L20DR-A/L20DR-D/L20DT-
D/L20DT1-D/M30DR-A/M30DR-D/M
30DT-D/M30DT1-D/M40DR-A/M40D
R-D/M40DT-D/M40DT1-D
C Series C1000H-CPU01-EV1 C120-LK201-EV1
C2000H-CPU01-EV1
C200HS-CPU01/03/21/23/31/33-E C200H-LK201-EV1
C200HE-CPU11/32/42-E
C200HE-CPU11/32/42-ZE
C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-E
C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-ZE
C200HX-CPU34/44/54/64-E
C200HX-CPU34/44/54/64/65/85-ZE
C200HS-CPU21/22/31/33-E
C200HE-CPU42-E C200HE-CPU32/42-E C200HW-COM02/04/05/
C200HE-CPU42-ZE C200HE-CPU32/42-ZE 06-EV1
C200HG-CPU43/63-E C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-E
C200HG-CPU43/63-ZE C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-ZE
C200HX-CPU44/64-E C200HX-CPU34/44/54/64-E
C200HX-CPU44/64/65/85-ZE C200HX-CPU34/44/54/64/65/85-ZE

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 PLC Series CPU Units with Built-in Host Link CPU Units Connectable with Host Host Link Unit/
Function Link Units or Expansion Communications
Communications Board Board
C1000H-CPU01-EV1 C500-LK201-EV1
C2000H-CPU01-EV1
C1000H-CPU01-EV1 C500-LK203
C1000HF-CPUA1-EV1
C2000H-CPU01-EV1
CPM1-10/20/30CDR-@+CPM1-CIF01
CPM1A-10/20/30/40CD@-@+CPM1-
CIF01
CPM2A-30/40/60CD@@-@+CPM1-
CIF01 (Peripheral port connection)
CPM2C-10/20@@@@@@-@
(See note 1.)
CQM1-CPU21-E
CQM1-CPU41/42/43/44-EV1
CQM1H-CPU11/21/51/61 (See note 2.) CQM1H-CPU51/61 CQM1H-SCB41
CV Series CV500-CPU01-EV1 CV500-CPU01-EV1 CV500-LK201
(See note 3.) CV1000-CPU01-EV1 CV1000-CPU01-EV1
CV2000-CPU01-EV1 CV2000-CPU01-EV1
CVM1 Series CVM1-CPU01-EV2 CVM1-CPU01-EV2 CV500-LK201
(See note 3.) CVM1-CPU11-EV2 CVM1-CPU11-EV2
CVM1-CPU21-EV2 CVM1-CPU21-EV2
CompoBus/S SRM1-C02-V2
master
control unit
Note 1: Use a CPM2C-CN111 or CS1W-CN114/118 Connecting Cable, CPM1-CIF01
RS-232C Adapter, or CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A Adapter to connect.
2: The CQM1H-CPU11 does not have a built-in RS-232C port, so connect to the
peripheral port to the PT with a CS1W-CN118 Connecting Cable.
3: CPU Units of CVM1/CV-series PLCs without the suffix –EV@ cannot be connected.

Settings at the Host

When using the host link method, the settings shown below must be made at the host
(depending on the unit, some of these settings may not be necessary, or settings not shown
here may be necessary).
Item Switch Setting
I/O port RS-232C
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note 1.)
Transfer code ASCII, 7 data bits, 2 stop bits
Parity Even
1-to-1/1-to-N 1-to-N (See note 2.)
Command level Level 1, 2, 3
Unit # 00
Note 1: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu
for the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.
2: The 1-to-N setting enables using a BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually
possible to connect more than one NS-series PT in a single Host Link.

The setting methods for each type of unit are described in the following.

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Connecting to a C-series Host Link Unit

C200H/C200HS/C200HE(-Z)E/C200HG(-Z)E/C200HX(-Z)E Rack-mounted type: C200H-LK201-V1

Setting the Front Switches

Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value
window agree with the following.

• Unit # (SW1, SW2)

Set these switches to 0.

• Command level, parity, and transfer code (SW4)

Set this switch to 2.

• Communications speed (SW3)

Set this switch to 5 to select 9600 bps.
Set this switch to 6 to select 19200 bps.

Setting the Rear Switches

• 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP switch)

Set #3 to ON.

CTS selector switch

External
• CTS selection (selector switch)
0 V (ON) Set this always to 0 V (ON).

C1000H/C2000H Rack-mounted type: C500-LK201-EV1

Setting the Front Switches

• Mode control (key switch)

Set this to host link.

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Setting the Rear Switches
• I/O port selection (selector switch)
Set this to RS-232C.

I/O port • Unit # (DIP SW1)

Set SW1-1 to SW1-5 to OFF (0).

Synchronization

• Synchronization (selector switch)

Terminator Set this to Internal.

• Communications speed
(DIP SW2-1 to SW2-4)
0V Set these switches to 0010 to select
19,200 bps.

Set these switches to 1010 to select

9,600 bps.
(0: OFF 1: ON)

• 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP SW2-6)

Set SW2-6 to OFF (0) (1-to-N).

• Command level (DIP SW2-7, SW2-8)

Set these switches to ON (1).
(Levels 1, 2, and 3 are enabled.)

• CTS selection (selector switch)

Set this always to 0 V (ON).

C1000H(F)/C2000H Rack-mounted type: C500-LK203

Setting the Rear Switches

• I/O port selection (selector switch)
Set this to RS-232C.
5V supply

• Unit #, parity, and transfer code

(DIP SW1-1 to SW1-7)
I/O port
Set SW1-1 to SW1-7 to OFF (0).

Synchronization

• Synchronization (selector switch)

Set this to Internal.
Terminator

• Communications speed
(DIP SW2-1 to SW2-4)
0V
Set these switches to 0010 to select
19,200 bps.

Set these switches to 1010 to select

9,600 bps.
(0: OFF 1: ON)

• 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP SW2-6)

Set SW2-6 to OFF (0) (1-to-N).

• Command level (DIP SW2-7, SW2-8)

Set these switches to ON (1).
(Levels 1, 2, and 3 are enabled.)

• CTS selection (selector switch)

Set this always to 0 V (ON).

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 C200H/C1000H/C2000H CPU Unit-mounted Type: C120-LK201-EV

Setting the Rear Switches

• Unit #, parity, and transfer code
(DIP SW1-1 to SW1-5)
Set SW1-1 to SW1-5 to OFF (0).
* Parity is fixed at Even Parity. Transfer code
is fixed at ASCII 7 data bits and 2 stop bits.

• Communications speed (DIP SW2-1 to SW2-4)

Set these switches to 0010 to select 19200 bps.
Set these switches to 1010 to select 9600 bps.
(0: OFF 1: ON)

• 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP SW2-6)

Set SW2-6 to OFF (0) (1-to-N).

• Command level (DIP SW2-7, SW2-8)

Set these switches to ON (1).
(Levels 1, 2, and 3 are enabled.)

• CTS selection (DIP SW3-1 and SW3-2)

Set SW3-1 to ON (1), and SW3-2 to OFF (0).
(Set this always to 0V.)

• Synchronization (DIP SW3-3 to SW3-6)

Set SW3-3 and SW3-5 to ON (1), and
SW3-4 and SW3-6 to OFF (0). (Set these to Internal.)

Connecting to a CVM1/CV Series Host Link Unit

CVM1/CV-series Rack-mounted type: CV500-LK201

A CVM1/CV series host link unit (CV500-LK201) has two connectors (communications ports
1 and 2). Either of these ports can be used for connection to an NS-series PT by the RS-232C
method. However, since the connectors at these ports are of different types,
a cable that matches the connector must be prepared.
• Communications port 1
Communications port 1 is a 25-pin connector for RS-232C use only.
• Communications port 2
Communications port 2 is a 9-pin connector which allows selection of the RS-232C or
RS-422A method. When this port is used with the RS-232C method, the I/O port selector
switch on the front of the unit must be set to RS-232C (the upper position).

CPU Bus Unit Settings

When connecting to a CVM1/CV series host link unit, set the following communications
conditions for the CPU Bus Unit settings.
Item Setting at Host
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note 1.)
Transfer code ASCII, 7 data bits, 2 stop bits
Parity Even
1-to-1, 1-to-N 1-to-N (See note 2.)
Command level Level 1, 2, 3
Note 1: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu
for the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.
2: The 1-to-N setting enables using a BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually
possible to connect more than one NS-series PT in a single Host Link.

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 Set the CPU Bus Unit settings directly from a Programming Device (e.g. CX-Programmer).
For details on the CPU Bus Unit settings, refer to the SYSMAC CVM1/CV-series Host Link
Unit Operation Manual (W205-E1-@).

Setting The Front Switches

• Unit # (SW3, SW4)

When using communication port 2, set these
switches to 0.

• I/O port selection (selector switch)

Set this to RS-232C.

• CTS selection (DIP SW2 and SW3)

Set SW2 or SW3 to ON. (Set this always to 0V.)
To use communication port 1, set SW2. To use
communication port 2, set SW3.

• Communication condition setting (DIP SW1)

Set this switch to OFF.
Communication is executed in accordance with the
CPU bus unit system settings made at the PLC. The
initial values for the system settings are as follows.
- Communications speed: 9600 bps
- Parity: Even
- Xon/Xoff control: Not executed
- Communication method: Full duplex
- Stop bits: 2 stop bits
- Data length: 7 bits

Connecting to a CS-series Serial Communications Unit

CS-series Rack-mounted type: CS1W-SCU21(-V1)

Setting the Front Switches

Set the unit number of the Serial Communications Unit by using the rotary switch located on
the front panel. Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in
the setting value window agree with the following.

Set the unit number to 0 through F so that it will

not overlap with the numbers used in other
units.

Allocation DM Area Settings in CPU Unit

Settings are written from the Programming Device (a Programming Console or
CX-Programmer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU Unit.
After the settings are written, they become effective by turning the power ON, restarting the
unit, restarting the communications port, or execution of the STUP command.
In the following, the words allocated in the DM area and the settings are shown.

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 m = DM 30000 + 100 × unit number (word address)
Allocation DM area word Writing Settings
Port 1 Port 2 Value
m m+10 8000 Host link mode, 2 stop bits, even parity, data length
7 bits
m+1 m+11 0000 Communications speed 9600 bps.
0007 Communications speed 19200 bps.
m+2 m+12 0000 Transmit delay time 0 ms.
m+3 m+13 0000 No CTS control Unit No.0 for host link

Connecting to a CJ-series Serial Communications Unit

CJ-series Rack-mounted Type: CJ1W-SCU21/41-V1

Setting the Front Switches

Set the unit number for the Serial Communications Unit using the rotary switch on the front of
the Unit. Follow the procedure below use a flat-head screwdriver (-) to set the number and
sign in the setting display window.
Port 2 on the CJ1W-SCU41-V1 is an RS-232C port.

CJ1W-SCU21-V1 CJ1W-SCU41-V1

• Unit Number Setting • Unit Number Setting

Set a number from 0 to Set a number from 0 to
F that does not overlap F that does not overlap
another unit. another unit.

• Port 1
RS-232C

• Port 2 • Port 2
RS-232C RS-232C

Setting CPU Unit Allocation DM Area Words

Settings can be directly written to the Allocation DM Area (System Setup Area) by using a
Programming Device, such as a Programming Console or the CX-Programmer. After the
settings are written, the settings will become valid by performing any of the following: turning
on the power supply again, restarting the Unit, restarting the communications port, or
executing a STUP instruction.

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 The following table shows words allocated in the DM Area and setting details.
m = D30000 + 100 × unit number (word address)
Allocation DM area word Writing Value Setting details
Port 1 Port 2
m m+10 8000 Host link mode, 2 stop bits, even parity,
7-bit data length
m+1 m+11 0000 Baud rate: 9,600 bps
0007 Baud rate: 19,200 bps
m+2 m+12 0000 Transmission delay time: 0 ms
m+3 m+13 0000 No CTS control, Unit number 0 for host
link

Connecting to a CPU Unit

CV-series and CVM1/CV-series (-EV@) CPU Units

CV500-CPU01-EV1/CV1000-CPU01-EV1/CV2000-CPU01-EV1
CVM1-CPU01-EV2/CVM1-CPU11-EV2/CVM1-CPU21-EV2

PLC Setup
When connecting to a CVM1/CV series CPU Unit, set the following communications conditions for
the PLC Setup.
Item Setting at Host
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note.)
Stop bit 2 stop bits
Parity Even
Data length ASCII 7 bits
Unit # 00
Note: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu for
the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.

Either set PLC Setup directly from a Programming Device (e.g. CX-Programmer), or transmit
the PLC Setup made at a Programming Device to the CPU UNIT.
For details on the PLC Setup, refer to the SYSMAC CVM1/CV500/1000/2000 Operation
Manual: Ladder Diagrams (W202-E1-@).

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Setting the Front Switches

• I/O port selection (selector switch)

Set this to RS-232C.

• System setting (DIP SW4)

To effect the existing DIP switch
settings, set SW4 to ON.
To effect the existing PC Setup, set
SW4 to OFF.
Note
I/O port selector switch For CPUs manufactured before or
during June 1995 (lot No. @@65), the
existing DIP switch settings differ from
the existing PC Setup as follows.
- DIP switch settings:
2,400 bps, 1 stop bit, even parity, 7
bit data length
- PC Setup:
9,600 bps, 2 stop bits, even parity, 7
bit data length
For CPUs manufactured from July 1995
onward (lot No. @@75), the stipulated
values in the DIP switch settings also
are 9,600 bps and 2 stop bits.

C-series C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, CQM1H CPU Units, SRM1
The connection method depends upon the model of PLC being used, as shown in the following
table.
PLC model Connection method
C200HS, CQM1 Connect to the CPU Unit’s built-in RS-232C port.
C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E • Connect to the CPU Unit’s built-in RS-232C port.
• Connect to one of the RS-232C ports (port A or port B) on a Serial
Communications Board.
CQM1H • Connect to the CPU Unit’s built-in RS-232C port.
• Connect to the peripheral port through a CS1W-CN118
Connecting Cable.
• Connect to the RS-232C port (port 1) on a Serial Communications
Board.
CPM1 Connect to the peripheral port through a CPM1-CIF01
RS-232C Adapter.
CPM2A, SRM1 • Connect to the CPU Unit’s built-in RS-232C port.
• Connect to the peripheral port through a CPM1-CIF01 RS-232C
Adapter.
CPM2C Connect to the CPU Unit’s RS-232C port or the peripheral port
through a Connecting Cable (CPM2C-CN111, CS1W-CN118,
or CS1W-CN114).
(The CPM2C-CN111 splits the Unit’s communications port into
an RS-232C port and a peripheral port. A CPM1-CIF01
RS-232C Adapter is also required to connect to this peripheral
port.)

PLC Setup Area Settings

When connecting to a C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, or
CQM1H CPU Unit, or SRM1, set the following communications conditions for the PLC Setup
area.
Item Setting at Host
Communications mode Host link mode
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note.)
Stop bit 2 stop bits

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 Item Setting at Host
Parity Even
Data length ASCII 7 bits
Unit # 00
Note: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu for
the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.

Set the PLC Setup area settings directly from a Programming Device (e.g. CX-Programmer).
For details on operations relating to the PLC Setup area, refer to the manual for the PLC
which is used.
The PLC Setup area word numbers and settings to be made depending on the unit and port
to which the connection is made are shown below.
CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1H, or SRM1: Peripheral port connection
Word Writing Value Settings
DM6650 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control, communications conditions
set by the contents of DM
DM6651 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 19200 bps
DM6653 0000 Unit # 00

C200HS, C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1, CQM1H (other than the CPU11),
or SRM1: Built-in RS-232C port connection
Word Writing Value Settings
DM6645 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control, communications conditions
set by the contents of DM
DM6646 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 19200 bps
DM6648 0000 Unit # 00

C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E: Serial Communications Board port A, CQM1H: Serial

Communications Board port 1
Word Writing Value Settings
DM6555 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control, communications conditions
set by the contents of DM area
DM6556 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 19200 bps
DM6558 0000 Unit # 00

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 C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E: Board Port B Connection
Word Writing Value Settings
DM6550 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control, communications conditions
set by the contents of DM
DM6551 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 19200 bps
DM6553 0000 Unit # 00

CPM1 Connection
Word Writing Value Settings
DM6650 0001 Host link mode, communications conditions set by the
contents of DM area
DM6651 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity, communications
speed: 19200 bps
DM6653 0000 Unit # 00

Connecting to a CPM2C
The CPM2C PLCs do not have the same kind of port connectors found on CS-series PLCs.
The CPM2C’s communications port handles both RS-232C and peripheral port connections
which are divided internally. Therefore, when using the CPM2C, it is necessary to select
RS-232C or peripheral port connections, according to the kind of cable and port (on the
cable) used, as shown in the following table. Refer to the CPM2C Operation Manual for more
details.
Port connecting to PT PLC Setup
RS-232C port (D-Sub 9-pin) of CPM2C-CN111 Built-in RS-232C port settings
Peripheral port of CPM2C-CN111 Peripheral port settings
RS-232C port (D-Sub 9-pin) of CS1W-CN118 Built-in RS-232C port settings
Peripheral port of CS1W-CN114 Peripheral port settings

Peripheral port

RS-232C port Peripheral port

RS-232C port (D-Sub 9-pin, female)
(D-Sub 9-pin, female)

Setting the DIP Switches of a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CQM1 or CQM1H

When using a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CQM1, or CQM1H the DIP switches on the front panel
must be set as shown below in order to make the settings in the PLC Setup area (data
memory) effective.

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 RS-232C port communication condition setting
Set DIP SW5 to OFF to make the settings made in
PC Setup effective.

When using the CQM1H’s built-in peripheral port, turn ON SW7.

Setting the Switches of a CPM2A

When using a CPM2A, the switches on the front panel must be set as shown below in order to
make the PLC Setup settings effective.

Set the Communications

switch to OFF (down
position).

Setting the Switches of a CPM2C

When using a CPM2C, the switches on the front panel must be set as shown below in order to
make the PLC Setup settings effective.
The settings for SW1 and SW2 depend upon the usage of the peripheral
port and RS-232C port.
• Connecting PT to peripheral port
• Connecting PT to built-in RS-232C port
(A device that requires non-standard communications settings is
connected to the peripheral port.)

• Connecting PT to built-in RS-232C port

(A Programming Console is connected to the peripheral port.)

Setting the Switches on a RS-232C Adapter

When using a CPM1-CIF01 RS-232C Adapter, set the mode switch as shown in the following
diagram.

Set the mode setting switch to HOST (upper position).

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CS-series CPU Unit type: CS1G/H-CPU-EV1, CS1G/H-H
Connect to the built-in RS-232C port of the CPU Unit, or the RS-232C port of the
Communications Board. Note that the connection to a peripheral port must be made via an
RS-232C adapter (CS1W-CN118) specially designed for connecting to a peripheral port.

PLC Setup
When connecting to a CS-series CPU Unit, set the following communications conditions for
the PLC Setup area. Since the settings shown below are the PLC default settings for the CPU
Unit, no change to the PLC Setup is necessary as long as the communications speed is
maintained at 9600 bps.
Item Setting at Host
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note.)
Stop bits 2 stop bits
Parity Even
Data length ASCII 7 bits
Unit No. for the host link 00
Note: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu for
the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.
When the communications speed is set to 19200 bps., the PLC Setup of the CPU Unit
need to be changed.

Either set the PLC Setup directly from a Programming Device (Programming Console), or
transmit the PLC Setup made at a Programming Device (CX-Programmer) to the CPU Unit.
For details on PLC Setup, refer to the SYSMAC CS series Operation Manual (W339-E1-@).

When using the built-in RS-232C port of CS1G/H

Word # Writing Value Settings
160 8000 Host link mode, data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity
161 0000 Communications speed: 9600 bps.
0007 Communications speed: 19200 bps.
166 0000 Unit #00

When using the peripheral port of CS1G/H

Word # Writing Value Settings
144 8000 Host link mode, data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity
145 0000 Communications speed: 9600 bps.
0007 Communications speed: 19200 bps.
150 0000 Unit #00

Setting the Front Switches

Set the CPU Unit DIP switches to 4 or 5 in accordance with the port the NS-Series PT is
connected to.

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 DIP switches (inside the battery storage)
• Set SW4 to ON (establishing communication in
accordance with PC Setup) when connecting the NS-
series PT to a peripheral port.
• Set SW5 to OFF (establishing communication in
Peripheral port accordance with PC Setup) when connecting the NS-
This is used mainly for series PT to an RS-232C port.
connection to the
Programming Device.
(This also supports the
RS-232C unit connection.)

RS-232 port
This is used mainly for
connection to the RS-232C
unit.
(This also supports the
CX-Programmer.)

Connecting to CS1 Series Serial Communications Board

Serial Communications Board equipped with an RS-232C port for CS-series CPU Units:
CS1W-SCB41/21-V1

Allocation DM Area Settings in CPU Unit

Settings are written from the Programming Device (a Programming Console or
CX-Programmer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU Unit.
After the settings are written, they become effective by turning the power ON, restarting the
unit, restarting the communications port, or execution of the STUP command.
In the following, the words allocated in the DM area and the settings are shown.
Allocation DM area word Writing Value Settings
Port 1 Port 2
D32000 D32010 8000 Host link mode, 2 stop bits, even parity,
data length 7 bits
D32001 D32011 0000 Communications speed 9600 bps.
0007 Communications speed 19200 bps.
D32002 D32012 0000 Transmit delay time 0 ms.
D32003 D32013 0000 No CTS control, Unit No. 0 for host link

1-3-2 Connecting to an RS-422A/485 Port at the Host

Compatible Host Units
Some models and series of OMRON PLCs have the RS-422A type host link function built in.
With the CS-series and CQM1H, the host link method can be used by installing a serial
Communications Board. In addition, some C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E devices have an integral
CPU Unit that can be connected in the host link method by installing a Communications
Board.
With the CPM2A and CPM2C, an RS-422A type of 1:1 NT Link can be created through a
CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A Adapter.

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Check the model and series of the PLC and the type of the installed Board or Unit before
making a connection.
The PLC Units that provide an RS-422A Host Link interface and that can be connected to an
NS-series PT port to which an RS-232C/RS422A Link Adaptor (NS-AL002) is connected are
listed in the following table.
PLC CPU Units with Built-in Host Link CPU Units Connectable with Host Link Unit/
Series Function Host Link Units or Expansion Communications Board
Communications Board
CS CS1G-CPU42/43/44/45-EV1 CS1W-SCB41-V1
Series CS1H-CPU63/64/65/66/67-EV1
CS1G-CPU42H/43H/44H/45H
CS1H-CPU63H/64H/65H/66H/
67H
CJ CJ1G-CPU44/CPU45 CJ1W-SCU41-V1
Series CJ1G-CPU42H/43H/44H/45H
CJ1H-CPU65H/66H/67H
CJ1H-CPU65H/66H/67H-R
CJ2H-CPU64/65/66/67/68-EIP
CJ1M-CPU11/12/13/21/22/23
CP1H-XA40DR-A/XA40DT-D/XA CP1W-CIF11
40DT1-D/X40DR-A/X40DT-D/X4
0DT1-D/Y20DT-D
CP1L-L14DR-A/L14DR-D/L14DT-
D/L14DT1-D/L20DR-A/L20DR-D/
L20DT-D/L20DT1-D/M30DR-A/M
30DR-D/M30DT-D/M30DT1-D/M
40DR-A/M40DR-D/M40DT-D/M4
0DT1-D
C C1000H-CPU01-EV1 C120-LK202-EV1
Series C2000H-CPU01-EV1
C200HS-CPU01/03/21/23/31/33-E C200H-LK202-EV1
C200HE-CPU11/32/42-E
C200HE-CPU11/32/42-ZE
C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-E
C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-ZE
C200HX-CPU34/44/54/64-E
C200HX-
CPU34/44/54/64/65/85-ZE
C200HE-CPU32/42-E C200HW-COM03/06-EV
C200HE-CPU32/42-ZE 1

C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-E
C200HG-CPU33/43/53/63-ZE
C200HX-CPU34/44/54/64-E
C200HX-
CPU34/44/54/64/65/85-ZE
C1000H-CPU01-EV1 C500-LK201-EV1
C2000H-CPU01-EV1
C1000H-CPU01-EV1 C500-LK203
C1000HF-CPUA1-EV1
C2000H-CPU01-EV1
CPM1-10/20CDR-@+CPM1-CIF11
CPM1A-10/20/30/40CD@-@+CPM1-CIF11

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 PLC CPU Units with Built-in Host Link CPU Units Connectable with Host Link Unit/
Series Function Host Link Units or Expansion Communications Board
Communications Board
CPM2A-30/40/60CD@@-@+CPM1-CIF11
(Peripheral port connection)
C CPM2C-10/20@@@@@@-@ (See note 1.)
Series
CQM1H-CPU51/61 CQM1H-SCB41
CV CV500-CPU01-EV1 CV500-CPU01-EV1 CV500-LK201
Series CV1000-CPU01-EV1 CV1000-CPU01-EV1
(See
note CV2000-CPU01-EV1 CV2000-CPU01-EV1
2.)
CVM1 CVM1-CPU01-EV2 CVM1-CPU01-EV2 CV500-LK201
Series CVM1-CPU11-EV2 CVM1-CPU11-EV2
(See
CVM1-CPU21-EV2 CVM1-CPU21-EV2
note
2.)
SRM1 SRM1-C02-V2+CPM1-CIF11
Note 1: Use a CPM2C-CN111 or CS1W-CN114/118 Connecting Cable, CPM1-CIF01
RS-232C Adapter, or CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A Adapter to connect.
2: CPU Units of CVM1/CV-series PLCs without the suffix -EV@ cannot be connected.

The RS-485 interface (2-wire method) provided by NS-series PTs is for connecting to an
OMRON Temperature Controller. Do not connect it to an NS-series PT or PLCs using RS-485.

Settings at the Host

When using the RS-422A type host link method, the settings shown below must be made at
the host (depending on the unit, some of these settings may not be necessary, or settings not
shown here may be necessary).
Item Setting at Host
I/O port RS-422A
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note 1.)
Transfer code ASCII, 7 data bits, 2 stop bits
Parity Even
1-to-1/1-to-N 1-to-N (See note 2.)
Command level Level 1, 2, 3
Unit # 00
Note 1: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu
for the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.
2: The 1-to-N setting enables using a BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually
possible to connect more than one NS-series PT in a single Host Link.

The setting methods for each type of unit are described in the following.

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Connecting to a C Series Host Link Unit

C200H/C200HS/C200HE(-Z)E/C200HG(-Z)E/C200HX(-Z)E Rack-mounted Type: C200H-LK202-V1

Setting the Front Switches

Set each switch with a flat blade screwdriver so that the values or symbols in the setting value
window agree with the following:

• Unit # (SW1, SW2)

Set these switches to 0.

• Command level, parity, and transfer code (SW4)

Set this switch to 2.

• Communications speed (SW3)

Set this switch to 5 to select 9600 bps.
Set this switch to 6 to select 19200 bps.

Setting the Rear Switches

• Terminator setting (selector switch)
Set this switch to ON.

Terminator

• 1-to-1/1-to-N protocol selection (selector switch)

Set this switch to 1-to-N (OFF).

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 C1000H/C2000H Rack-mounted Type: C500-LK201-EV1

Setting the Front Switches

• Mode selector (key switch)

Set this to Host link.

Setting the Rear Switches

• I/O port selection (selector switch)
Set this to RS-422A.

I/O port

• Unit # (DIP SW1)

Synchronization Set SW1-1 to SW1-5 to OFF (0).

• Synchronization (selector switch)

Terminator Set this to Internal.

• Communications speed
(DIP SW2-1 to SW2-4)
0V
Set these switches to 0010 to select
19200 bps.
Set these switches to 1010 to select
9600 bps.
(0: OFF 1: ON)

• 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP SW2-6)

Set SW2-6 to OFF (0) (1-to-N).

• Command level (DIP SW2-7, SW2-8)

Set these switches to ON (1).
(Levels 1, 2, and 3 are enabled.)

• CTS selection (selector switch)

Set this always to 0 V (ON).

• Terminator setting (selector switch)

Set this switch to ON.

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 C1000H(F)/C2000H Rack-mounted Type: C500-LK203

Setting the Rear Switches

• I/O port selection (selector switch)
Set this to RS-422A.

5V supply

I/O port • Unit #, parity, and transfer code

(DIP SW1-1 to SW1-7)
Set SW1-1 to SW1-7 to OFF (0).

Synchronization

• Synchronization (selector switch)

Set this to Internal.
Terminator

• Communications speed
(DIP SW2-1 to SW2-4)
0V Set these switches to 0010 to select
19,200 bps.
Set these switches to 1010 to select
9,600 bps.
(0: OFF 1: ON)

• 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP SW2-6)

Set SW2-6 to OFF (0) (1-to-N).

• Command level (DIP SW2-7, SW2-8)

Set these switches to ON (1).
(Levels 1, 2, and 3 are enabled.)

• CTS selection (selector switch)

Set this always to 0 V (ON).

• Terminator setting (selector switch)

Set this switch to ON.

C200H/C1000H/C2000H CPU-mounted Type: C120-LK202-EV1

Setting the Rear Switches

• Unit #, parity, and transfer code
(DIP SW1-1 to SW1-5)
Set SW1-1 to SW1-5 to OFF (0).
* Parity is fixed at Even Parity. Transfer code
is fixed at ASCII 7 data bits and 2 stop bits.

• Communications speed (DIP SW2-1 to SW2-4)

Set these switches to 0010 to select 19200 bps.
Set these switches to 1010 to select 9600 bps.
(0: OFF 1: ON)

• 1-to-1/1-to-N selection (DIP SW2-6)

Set SW2-6 to OFF (0) (1-to-N).

• Command level (DIP SW2-7, SW2-8)

Set these switches to ON (1).
(Levels 1, 2, and 3 are enabled.)

• Terminator setting (DIP SW3-1 to SW3-6)

Set SW3-1, SW3-3, and SW3-5 to ON (1).
Set SW3-2, SW3-4, and SW3-6 to OFF (0).
(Set terminator ON.)

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Connecting to a CVM1/CV Series Host Link Unit

CVM1/CV series Rack-mounted Type: CV500-LK201

A CVM1/CV series host link unit (CV500-LK201) has two connectors (communications ports
1 and 2). To use the RS-422A type host link method, set communications port 2 to RS-422A.
Communications port 2 is a 9-pin connector which allows selection of the RS-232C or
RS-422A method. When this port is used with the RS-422A method, the I/O port selector
switch on the front of the unit must be set to RS-422A (the lower position).

CPU Bus Unit Settings

When connecting to a CVM1/CV series host link unit, set the following communications
conditions for the CPU Bus Unit settings.
Item Setting at Host
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note 1.)
Transfer code ASCII, 7 data bits, 2 stop bits
Parity Even
1-to-1/1-to-N 1-to-N (See note 2.)
Command level Level 1, 2, 3
Note 1: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu
for the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.
2: The 1-to-N setting enables using a BCC (Block Check Character). It is not actually
possible to connect more than one NS-series PT in a single Host Link.

Set the CPU Bus Unit settings directly from a Programming Device (e.g., CX-Programmer).
For details on the CPU Bus Unit settings, refer to the SYSMAC CVM1/CV-series Host Link
Unit Operation Manual (W205-E1-@).

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 Setting the Front Switches

• Unit # (SW3, SW4)

Set these switches to 0.
Communications port 1
(RS-232C)

Communications port 2
(RS-232C/RS-422A)

I/O port selector switch

• I/O port selection (selector switch)
Set this to RS-422A.

• Communication condition setting (DIP SW1)

Set this switch to OFF.

Communication is executed in accordance

with the CPU bus unit system settings made
at the PLC. The initial values for the system
settings are as follows.
- Communications speed: 9,600 bps
- Parity: Even
- Xon/Xoff control: Not executed
- Communication method: Full duplex
- Stop bits: 2 stop bits
- Data length: 7 bits

• Terminator setting (selector switch)

Set this to ON.

Connecting to a CPU Unit

CVM1/CV-series (-EV@) CPU Units

• CV500-CPU01-EV1/CV1000-CPU01-EV1/CV2000-CPU01-EV1
• CVM1-CPU01-EV2/CVM1-CPU11-EV2/CVM1-CPU21-EV2

PLC Setup
When connecting to a CVM1/CV-series CPU Unit, set the following communications
conditions for the PLC Setup.
Item Setting at Host
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note.)
Stop bit 2 stop bits
Parity Even
Data length ASCII 7 bits
Unit # 00
Note: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu for
the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.

Either set the PLC Setup directly from a Programming Device (e.g. CX-Programmer), or
transmit the PLC Setup made at a Programming Device to the CPU Unit.
For details on the PLC Setup, refer to the SYSMAC CVM1/CV500/CV1000/ CV2000
Operation Manual: Ladder Diagrams (W202-E1-@).

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Setting the Front Switches
• I/O port selection (selector switch)
Set this to RS-422A.

• Communication type setting (DIP SW3)

Set SW3 to OFF.
(for host link communication)

• Host link default value settings

(DIP SW4)
To effect the existing DIP switch settings,
I/O port selector switch set SW4 to ON.
To effect the values set in the PC Setup,
set SW4 to OFF.

Note
For CPUs manufactured before or
during June 1995 (lot No. @@65), the
existing DIP switch settings differ from
the PC Setup default values as follows.
- Existing DIP switch settings:
2,400 bps, 1 stop bit, even parity, 7 bit
data length
- PC Setup default values:
9,600 bps, 2 stop bits, even parity, 7
bit data length
For CPUs manufactured from July 1995
onward (lot No. @@75), the stipulated
values in the DIP switch settings also
are 9600 bps and 2 stop bits.

• Terminator setting (DIP SW6)

Set this switch to ON.
(Set terminator ON.)

C-series C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E, CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1H, CPU Unit

or SRM1
The connection method depends upon the model of PLC being used, as shown in the
following table.
PLC model Connection method
C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E • Connect to the RS-422A port (port A) on a Communications Board.
CQM1H • Connect to the RS-422A port (port 2) on a Serial Communications
Board.
CPM1 • Connect to the peripheral port through a CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A
Adapter.
CPM2A, SRM1 • Connect to the peripheral port through a CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A
Adapter.
CPM2C • Connect to the peripheral port (on a CPM2C-CN111 or
CS1W-CN114 Connecting Cable) through a CPM1-CIF11 RS-422A
Adapter.
(The CPM2C-CN111 splits the Unit’s communications port into a
RS-232C port and a peripheral port.)

Reference
• There are no Communications Boards for the
C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E in which port B is the RS-422A port.
• There are no Serial Communications Boards for the
CQM1H in which port 1 is the RS-422A port.

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PLC Setup Area Settings
When connecting to a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E or CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, CQM1H CPU Units
or SRM1, set the following communications conditions for the PLC Setup area.
Item Setting at Host
I/O port RS-422A
Communications mode Host link mode
Communications speed Set the same baud rate as set at the NS-series PT (See note.)
Stop bit 2 stop bits
Parity Even
Data length ASCII 7 bits
Unit # 00
Note: Set the Host Link communications speed (baud rate) to 9600 bps or 19200 bps with
the Communications Setting menu item in the CX-Designer and the System Menu for
the NS-series PT. For details, refer to 1-4 Settings for Host Link.

Set the PLC Setup area settings directly from a Programming Device (e.g. CX-Programmer).
For details on operations relating to the PLC Setup area, refer to the manual for the PLC
which is used.
The PLC Setup area word numbers and settings to be made depending on the unit to which
the connection is made are shown below.

When using port A of the Communications Board of C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E

Word # Writing Value Settings
DM6555 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control, communications
conditions set by the contents of DM area
DM6556 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity,
communications speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity,
communications speed: 19200 bps
DM6558 0000 Unit # 00

When using a CPM1, CPM2A, CPM2C, SRM1

Word # Writing Value Settings
DM6650 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control, communications
conditions set by the contents of DM area
DM6651 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity,
communications speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity,
communications speed: 19200 bps
DM6653 0000 Unit # 00

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 When using a CQM1H
Word # Writing Value Settings
DM6550 0001 Host link mode, no CTS control, communications
conditions set by the contents of DM area
DM6551 0303 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity,
communications speed: 9600 bps
0304 Data length 7 bits, 2 stop bits, even parity,
communications speed: 19200 bps
DM6553 0000 Unit # 00

Connecting to a CPM2C
The CPM2C PLCs do not have the same kind of port connectors found on CS-series PLCs.
The CPM2C’s communications port handles both RS-232C and peripheral port connections
which are divided internally. Therefore, when using the CPM2C, it is necessary to select
RS-232C or peripheral port connections, according to the kind of cable and port (on the
cable) used, as shown in the following table. Refer to the CPM2C Operation Manual for more
details.

Peripheral port

Peripheral port
RS-232C port
(D-Sub 9-pin, female)

Setting Switches on a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communications Board

Set the switches on a C200HX/HG/HE(-Z)E Communications Board as follows.
Switch 1: Set to 4 (4-wire type, for RS-422A)
Switch 2: Set to ON for terminator ON (termination resistance applied)
Setting Switches on a CQM1H Serial Communications Board
Set the switches on a CQM1H Serial Communications Board as follows.
2-wire/4-wire selection (WIRE): Set to 4 (4-wire type, for RS-422A)
Terminator (TERM): Set to ON for termination ON (termination resistance applied).

Serial Communications Board

(Inner Board slot 1)

Terminator Switch (TERM)

Set to ON (right side).

2-wire/4-wire Selection Switch

(WIRE)
Set to 4 (right side).

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 Setting the Switches on an RS-422A Adapter

Set the terminator selector switch

to ON (upper position).

Connecting to a CS-series Serial Communications Board

Serial Communications Board with an RS-422A/485 port equipped for CS-series

CPU Unit Type: CS1W-SCB41(-V1) (The port 2 is an RS-422A/485 port.)

Allocation DM Area Settings in CPU Unit

Settings are written from the Programming Device (a Programming Console or
CX-Programmer) directly into the allocation DM area (system setting area) of the CPU Unit.
After the settings are written, they become effective by turning the power ON, restarting the
unit, restarting the communications port, or executing the STUP command.
In the following, the words allocated in the DM area and the settings are shown.
Allocation DM area word Writing Value Settings
Port 2
D32010 8000 Host link mode, 2 stop bits, data length 7 bits,
even parity,
D32011 0000 Communications speed 9600 bps.
0007 Communications speed 19200 bps.
D32012 0000 Transmit delay time 0 ms.
D32013 0000 No CTS control, Unit No. 0 for host link

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Connecting to a CJ-series Serial Communications Unit

CJ-series Rack-mounted Serial Communications Unit: CJ1W-SCU41-V1 (Port 1 is an RS-422A/

485 port.)

Setting the Front-panel Switches

Set the unit number for the Serial Communications Unit using the rotary switch on the front
panel of the Unit. Use a flat-head screwdriver to set the unit number in the setting display
window.
Set the terminator switch to ON (right side).
Set the 2-wire/4-wire selection switch to 4 (right side).

• Terminator Switch (TERM)

Set to ON (right side).

• Unit Number Setting

Set a number between 0 and F. Do not
set a number used by another Unit.
• 2-wire/4-wire Selection Switch
(WIRE)
Set to 4 (right side).

• Port 1
RS-422A/485

Setting Parameters Allocated in the DM Area in the CPU Unit

Settings can be directly written to the words allocated to the Serial Communications Unit in
the DM Area (System Setup Area) by using a Programming Device, such as a Programming
Console or the CX-Programmer. Any changes to the settings can be enabled by cycling the
power supply, restarting the Unit, restarting the communications port, or executing a STUP
instruction.
The following table lists the words allocated in the DM Area and setting details.
M = D30000 + 100 × unit number (word address)
Allocation DM Area word Write value Setting details
Port 1 Port 2
m M+10 8000 Host Link mode, 2 stop bits, even parity,
7-bit data
M+1 M+11 0000 Baud rate: 9,600 bps
0007 Baud rate: 19,200 bps
M+2 M+12 0000 Transmission delay time: 0 s
M+3 M+13 0000 No CTS control, unit number 0 for Host
Link

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1-4 Settings for Host Link
This section describes the procedure for making the NS-V1 PT settings for connecting to the
host by means of Host Link communications.

Use either serial port A or B. The flow of operations for connecting to the host is as follows:
(1) Design the screen data.
(2) Transfer the screen data.
(3) Set the communications method for serial port A or B
(4) Connect to the host.

1-4-1 Designing the Screen Data

Use the CX-Designer to create the screen data. First, select Communication Setting from
the PT Menu to display the Communication Setting Dialog Box.
Select Serial Port A or Serial Port B. Then set the serial port to PLC and the protocol to Host
Link.

1-4-2 Transferring Screen Data

Use the transfer program to transfer the screen data to the NS-V1/V2 PT.
For details on transferring screen data, refer to Transferring Data to the PT in the
CX-Designer online help.

1-4-3 Setting the Communications Method for Serial Port A or B

This procedure is not required if the method has already been set in 1-4-1 Designing the
Screen Data above. At the NS-V1/V2 PT, set Host Link as the communications method for the
serial port that is to be used to connect to the host by means of Host Link communications.
Also set the baud rate to same value as the host.
These settings are made from the NS-V1/V2 PT’s System Menu.

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 (1) Press the Comm. Tab in the System Menu to display the Communications Setup Screen.
(For the NS5 PT, press the Comm. Button in the System Menu to display the screen, and
then press the ← and → Screen Switching Buttons to display the screen for page (2/3).

(2) Press the drop-down menu button and set Host Link as the communications method for
serial port A or B.

(3) Press the Detail Button to display the Host Link settings, and select Comm. Speed.

(4) Press the Write Button and press the Yes Button on the following dialog boxes to restart
the NS-V1/V2.

NS12/NS10/NS8-V1/V2 PT
(The screen is somewhat different for the NS12.)

NS5

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1-4-4 Connecting to the Host
Connect in the same way as for a 1:1 NT Link, and use the same cables that are used for a
1:1 NT Link connection.
If cables must be prepared, refer to the relevant manuals for the PLC or Host Link Unit, and to
the NS Series Setup Manual (Cat. No. V083).

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1-5 PLC Areas That Can Be Used for Communications

OMRON C-series PLCs

PLC model

EM Area (Current
Common I/O Area

Area (TIM/CNT)
Auxiliary Relay

Link Relay (LR)

Timer/Counter
Holding Relay

Data Memory

bank) (EM)
Area (DM)
(CIO)

(HR)

(AR)
C200HS 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 -
C200HE/HG/HX(-Z) to to to to to to 00000
00511 00099 00027 00063 00511 06655 to
07000 06143
to
09999
C500 00000 00000 - 00000 00000 00000 -
to to to to to
00063 00031 00031 00127 00511
C1000H 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 -
to to to to to to
00255 00099 00027 00063 00511 04095
Ladder type PLCs

C2000H 00000 -
CQM1 to
06655
CQM1H 00000 00000
to to
06655 06143
CPM1/CPM1A 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 00000 -
to to to to to to
00019 00019 00015 00015 00127 01023
00200 06144
to to
00255 06655
CPM2A/CPM2C 00000 00000 00000 00000 -
to to to to
00049 00023 00255 02047
00200 06144
to to
00255 06655

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CVM1/CV-series PLCs
PLC model

EM Area (Current bank)

Common I/O Area (CIO)

Auxiliary Relay (AR)

Timer/Counter Area
Holding Relay (HR)

Data Memory Area

(EM) (See note 2.)

Link Relay (LR)
(See note 1.)

(TIM/CNT)

(DM)
CV500 00000 - 00000 - 00000 00000 -
CVM1-CPU01-V@ to to to to
02555 00511 00511 08191
CVM1-CPU11-V@ 00000 - 00000 - 00000 00000 -
to to to to
02555 00511 01023 09999
CV1000 00000 - 00000 - 00000 00000 -
CV2000 to to to to
CVM1-CPU11-V@ 02555 00511 01023 09999
CVM1-CPU21-V@
Note 1: The HR Area is included in the CIO Area. To use the HR Area, specify the CIO Area.
2: Do not use this area for creating screens. It cannot be used with Host Link
communications.

OMRON CS/CJ-series PLCs

PLC model
EM Area (Current
Area (TIM/CNT)
Link Relay (LR)
Auxiliary Relay

Timer/Counter
Holding Relay

Data Memory

(See note 1.)

Common I/O
Area (CIO)

Area (DM)

bank)
(HR)

(AR)

CS1G/H(-H) 00000 00000 00000 - 00000 00000 00000

CJ1G/H(-H) to to to to to to
CJ1M 06143 00511 00959 02047 09999 09999
CP1L
Work Area (WR)

CP1H
(See note 2.)

CJ2H

Note 1: The EM Area cannot be specified for the CJ1M.

2: Do not use this area for creating screens. It cannot be used with Host Link
communications.

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1-6 Restrictions

Applicable Project Versions
When connecting to the host by means of Host Link communications, use version 6.0 or later
for creating the screen data (project) to be transferred to the NS-V1/V2 PT.
To use a project of version 5.x or earlier, first use CX-Designer to convert the project to
version 6.0 or later before transferring it to the NS-V1/V2 PT.

Applicable Serial Ports

Either NS-V1/V2 serial port A or B can be used to connect to the host by means of Host Link
communications.

Applicable NS Models
Only NS-series PT models with a -V1/V2 suffix can be used to connect to the host by means
of Host Link communications. NS-series PT models without the -V1/V2 suffix cannot be
connected.

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Revision History

The following table outlines the changes made to the manual during each revision. Page
numbers refer to the previous version.

Cat. No. V098-E1-04

Revision Code

Revision code Date Revised content

01 July 2004 Original production

02 July 2006 Revisions made for the release of the CX-Designer.

03 July 2007 Pages 6 and 20: CJ-series CPU Unit model numbers
added.
04 June 2008 Cover: Added models to list of NS-series PT.
Page 3: Added 3 models to end of model table in
section 1-2-1.
Page 5: Added CJ2H to list of CS/CJ-series PLCs.
Pages 6 and 19: Added models to CJ-series PLCs in
table.
Page 26: Added CJ2H to PLC models listed in table.

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