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Prospectus

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Mitsubishi Electric is involved in manyareas including the following:

■ Energy and Electric Systems A wide range of power and electricalproducts from generators to large-scaledisplays.

■ Electronic Devices A wide portfolio of cutting-edgesemiconductor devices for systems and products.

■ Home Appliances Dependable consumer products like airconditioners and home entertainmentsystems.

■ Information andCommunication Systems

Commercial and consumer-centricequipment, products and systems.

■ Industrial Automation Systems Maximising productivity and efficiencywith cutting-edge automation technology.

Global impact ofMitsubishi Electric

We bring together the best minds tocreate the best technologies. AtMitsubishi Electric, we understand thattechnology is the driving force ofchange in our lives. By bringing greatercomfort to daily life, maximising theefficiency of businesses and keepingthings running across society, weintegrate technology and innovation to bring changes for the better.

Through Mitsubishi Electric’s vision, “Changes for the better” are possible for a brighter future

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Contents

Why Train with Mitsubishi? 4

FX Series Introduction and Advanced (GX Dev) 6-7

Modular PLC-Introduction & Advanced (GX Dev) 8-9

Modular PLC-Introduction & Advanced (GX IEC) 10-11

IEC 61131-3 Programming Software 12

MX SCADA Software 13

E-Series Human Machine Interface 14

A-Series to Qn Series Conversion 15

FX PLC Basic Maintenance (GX IEC) 16

Q PLC Basic Maintenance (GX IEC) 17

FX PLC Positioning 18

Q Series (Q075) PLC Positioning 19

Servo Introduction 20

Ethernet Networking 21

CC-Link Networking 22

Profibus DP Networking 23

MELSECNET Networking 24

GT1000 Graphic Operator Terminals 25

Inverter Introduction 26

Terms and Conditions 27

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Why train with Mitsubishi?

Mitsubishi Electric has consistentlyplayed a leading role in providingprofessional training in the factoryautomation industry. We recognise theimportance of keeping abreast of fast-moving technology and offer a scheduleof up-to-date training from our team ofprofessional engineers. We take greatcare in providing consistent, highquality training to a wide variety ofabilities and industries. Our coursesprovide up-to-date knowledge tooperational staff in key positions in allspheres of manufacturing and processindustries. Courses are designed toprovide industrial automation contentknowledge in a format to suit everyone.Our Customer Technology Centreenables our customers to see how ourproducts perform in a dedicatedenvironment.

Hands-on training with products

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Venues:

Head Office –HatfieldHead Office is used for the majority oftraining courses. It is situated on theoutskirts of Hatfield and offers an idealtraining environment. The site has twofully equipped training suites for up to30 people and a conference facilitywhich can accommodate up to 100.Alongside these rooms is the fullyoperational Customer TechnologyCentre (CTC). £2 million has beeninvested in the CTC to create a dedicatedenvironment which enables customersto see the working products.

RegionalAutomationCentres –WakefieldThe Regional Automation Centre inWakefield allows easier accessibility fornorthern based companies to attendMitsubishi training courses. The siteconsists of 2 training rooms for up to 10 people and a conference area for upto 50.

ScotlandOur training facility in Livingston,Scotland is situated within theMitsubishi Electric Air-conditioningproduction facility and is convenient forcustomers from Scotland and NorthernEngland.

To ensure that we cater for everyone’sneeds, Mitsubishi also offer the option ofrunning tailored courses.

Contact:

Andy BrownService and Support Group LeaderAndy joined Mitsubishi in 1996 as aSenior Applications Engineer and morerecently as Team Leader for RegionalApplications Support. Andy is also aChartered Engineer with the Institute ofMeasurement and Control. He has wide-ranging technical and product knowledgeon all Mitsubishi’s automation productsand is responsible for all training,workshop and telephone supportactivities.

Bespoke coursesTo ensure that we cater for everyone’sneeds, Mitsubishi also offer the option ofrunning tailored courses.

■ Training VenuesCourses are held at our head office inHatfield and the Regional AutomationCentres in Wakefield and Livingston,Scotland. However, we also offer theflexibility of on-site training at your facility.

■ Group SizeUp to 10 delegates, with a minimum of 3for Mitsubishi-based courses. On sitecourses consist of up to 6 delegates.

■ FoodRefreshments are available throughoutthe day. Lunch is included in the price ofthe course.

■ MaterialsAll necessary training materials aresupplied by Mitsubishi.

■ DurationCourses start at 9.30 and finish atapproximately 4.30pm.

For more information call 01707 288790, fax 01707 278991, [email protected] or see www.mitsubishi-automation.co.uk/training.html

Certified engineerThe Mitsubishi Certified Engineerprogramme is designed to generate agroup of competent engineers, certifiedin Mitsubishi Automation Systemsequipment. For more details, and aregistration form, please see the insertsat the back of this prospectus.

FX Series /// Course /// FX Series /// Course /// FX Series /// Course /// FX Series /

FX Series-IntroductionMain ObjectivesBased around the GX Developersoftware, the course explains the PLCfunctions, architecture and use of theinternal devices as well as the maininstruction set. Students are givenpractical exercises to solve.

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Suggested further courses:

■ IEC programming

■ FX Series advanced

Subjects■ A comparison of PLC and relay

systems

■ GX Developer software

■ Producing a ladder diagram

■ Program testing

■ Serial transfer

■ Simple application programmes

■ Simulation and monitoring special devises

RequirementsStudents need no previous experiencewith Mitsubishi PLCs. Some knowledge ofother manufacturers’ products would beuseful. An appreciation of a PC (QWERTY)keyboard and an understanding of basicelectrical principles and number baseswould be an advantage.

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated FX simulatorsystem hardware together with GXDeveloper programming software.

Duration2 Days

Want to learn how toprogram an FX PLCfrom scratch?

Then this is the course for you.

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FX Series-Advanced

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Main ObjectivesBased around the GX Developer software,the course will run through the advancedfeatures of the FX PLC. Concentrating onthe applied instruction set, delegates willbe able to use the mathematical functions,displaying results and interfacing withanalogue units. Students are given manypractical exercises to solve.


■ IEC programming

■ Modular PLCIntroduction/Advanced

Subjects■ Special M coils

■ Step ladder programming

■ Multi-operation programming

■ Data registers

■ Advanced programmingtechniques

■ Shift registers

■ Master control

■ Index registers

■ Sub-routines

■ Floating point maths

RequirementsStudents need previous experience witheither Mitsubishi or other manufacturers’PLC products. An understanding of basicelectrical principles and number bases isrequired.

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated FX simulatorsystem hardware together with GXDeveloper programming software.

Duration2 Days

Can you create a basicFX PLC program butwant to learn more?


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Modular PLC-Introduction (GX Dev)

■ Transfer simple application programmes

■ Documentation

■ Files

■ Fault finding & diagnostics

■ Simulation and monitoring

■ Special devices


■ Modular PLC Advanced (GX Dev)

■ Networking

■ IEC programming

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated Q seriessimulator system hardware together withGX Developer programming software.

Duration2 Days

Subjects■ A brief history of PLC systems

■ A comparison of PLC relay systems

■ GX Developer software

■ Producing a ladder diagram

■ Modifications

■ Programme testing

Main ObjectivesUsing GX Developer software, thecourse will detail PLC systems andarchitecture. The use of the internaldevices as well as the main instructionset will be covered. Students are givenpractical exercises to solve.

RequirementsStudents need no previous experiencewith Mitsubishi PLCs. Some knowledge ofother manufacturers’ products would beuseful. An appreciation of a PC (QWERTY)keyboard and an understanding of basicelectrical principles and number baseswould be an advantage.

Want to learn how toprogram a Q SeriesPLC from scratch?


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Modular PLC-Advanced (GX Dev)

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated Q seriessimulator system hardware together withGX Developer programming software.

Duration2 Days

Subjects■ Advanced programming

techniques

■ Using 16/32 bit memory areas

■ Counting in binary and BCD

■ Simple frequency circuit

■ Delay programmes

■ Automatic centring

Main ObjectivesBased around the GX Developer software,the course will demonstrate the advancedfeatures of the PLC, concentrating on theapplied instruction set. Delegates will beable to use the mathematical functions,displaying results and interfacing withanalogue units. Students are givenpractical exercises to solve.

RequirementsStudents need previous experience witheither Mitsubishi or other manufacturers’PLC products. An understanding of basicelectrical principles and number bases isrequired.

■ Shift registers

■ Master control

■ Index registers

■ Sub – routines

■ Analogue control

■ Analogue - digital conversion

■ Digital - analogue conversion


■ Networking

■ MX SCADA

■ IEC Programming

Can you create a basicQ Series PLC programbut want to learn more?


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Modular PLC-Introduction (GX IEC)

■ Program Testing

■ Transferring a Simple ApplicationPrograms

■ Documentation

■ Files

■ Fault finding & diagnostics

■ Simulation and Monitoring Special devices


■ Modular PLC Advanced (using GX IEC Developer)

■ IEC programming

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated Q seriessimulator system hardware together withGX IEC Developer programming software.

Duration2 Days


■ A comparison of PLC and RelaySystems

■ GX IEC Developer software useand concepts

■ Producing a Ladder Diagram

■ Modifications

Main ObjectivesUsing GX IEC Developer software, thecourse will detail PLC systems andarchitecture. Use of the internal devices aswell as the main instruction set will becovered. Students will learn the conceptsand programming methods of IEC 61131-3programming. Students are also givenpractical exercises to solve

RequirementsStudents need no previous experiencewith Mitsubishi PLCs or the IEC 61131-3standard. Some knowledge of othermanufacturers’ PLC products is anadvantage but not essential. Anappreciation of a PC (QWERTY) keyboardand an understanding of basic electricalprinciples and number bases would be anadvantage. New!

Want to learn how toprogram a Q SeriesPLC from scratch usingthe IEC standard?


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Modular PLC-Advanced (GX IEC)

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated Q seriessimulator system hardware together withGX IEC Developer programming software.

Duration2 Days

Subjects■ Advance programming techniques

including functions & functionblocks

■ 16 & 32 bit memory areas

■ Counting in Binary and BCD

■ Several programming examplesusing different techniques

Main ObjectivesBased around GX IEC Developer software,this course demonstrates the advancedfeatures of the PLC, concentrating on theapplied instruction set. Students will beable to use the mathematical functions,display results, interface with analoguemodules, and will be introduced to IECfunctions and function blocks. Studentsare given practical exercises to solve.

RequirementsStudents need previous experience witheither Mitsubishi or other manufacturersPLC products. An understanding ofnumber bases, basic electrical principles,and the IEC 61131-3 programmingstandard is required.

■ Program flow control using Tasks

■ Analogue to digital conversion

■ Digital to analogue conversion

■ Analogue control


■ IEC programming

■ MX Scada

■ Networking

New!

Can you create a basicQ Series PLC programusing IEC methods butwant to learn more?


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IEC 61131-3 ProgrammingMain ObjectivesBased on the GX IEC Developer software,the course will run through thefunctions and programme editors of thesoftware. Students will be able to createprogrammes and become confident inusing all the features of GX IECDeveloper.

RequirementsStudents need previous experience witheither Mitsubishi or other manufacturers’PLC products. Knowledge of MicrosoftWindows™ is essential. It would beadvantageous to have some knowledgeof the IEC 61131-3 standard.

Products UsedThis course uses a modular PLCsimulator system.

Duration2 Days

Subjects■ Introduction to IEC 61131-3

■ Global variables/headers

■ POUs

■ Programming languages

■ Compiling

■ Functions

■ Function blocks

■ Editor types

■ Monitoring

■ Printing


■ MX SCADA

■ Networking

■ Modular PLC Advanced (GX IEC)

What is IEC 61131programming andhow do I use it?

This course will teach you.

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MX SCADA Configuration Main ObjectivesThe course gives an insight into MX SCADA project design andconfiguration techniques. This "hands-on" course will cover topics such as plantcontrol, data collection, trending andreporting.

RequirementsStudents need to have previousexperience with either Mitsubishi orother manufacturers’ PLC products. Anunderstanding of basic PLCs andprogramming is essential.

Products UsedThis course uses the dedicated PLCtraining system and the MX SCADAsoftware.

Duration3 Days

Subjects■ Citect project editor

■ Citect graphics builder

■ Cicode editor

■ Managing projects

■ Graphics

■ Commands and controls

■ Genies and supergenies

■ Devices

■ Alarms

■ Creating a menu page

■ Trends

■ Events

■ Accumulators

■ Reports

■ Security


■ MX SCADA CiCode*

■ MX4 business software

■ MX4 energy*

*Contact 01707 288790 for more details

MX4 Scada/HMI is a sophisticatedsoftware product so how do I use it?

In 3 days training we can teach you.

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E-Series Human Machine InterfaceMain ObjectivesThe course explains the set-up and basiccommunication that an HMI uses inconjunction with a PLC. It also coversE-Designer, going over basic dynamicand static objects useful in most projects.

RequirementsStudents do not need previousexperience with either Mitsubishi orother manufacturers’ HMI products. Anunderstanding of basic electricalprinciples would be an advantage. BasicPLC knowledge would be preferred butnot essential.

Products UsedThis course uses the FX or Modular PLCsimulator system with an E1000 HMI, andE-Designer software.

Duration2 Days


■ FX series or Modular PLCIntroduction

■ MX SCADA

Subjects■ Introduction to HMIs

■ Basic set up of the E1000 terminal

■ Basic programming of the terminalusing E-Designer software

■ Application examples and test

■ Dynamic + test objects

■ Page navigation

I know what an HMI isbut how can I makebest use of itsfacilities?

Come on this courseand we can teach you.

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A-Series to Qn-Series ConversionMain ObjectivesThis course is for engineers who haveprevious experience of Mitsubishi A-Series PLCs and are moving to Q-Series. The course will demonstratethe technical differences between the 2PLC types. A practical and hands-onsession.

RequirementsStudent need previous experience with Mitsubishi modular PLCs to anadvanced level. Also a knowledge of IECprogramming software would be anadvantage.

Products UsedThe course uses a dedicated Qn simulatorsystem.

Duration1 Day


■ MX SCADA

■ Networking

Subjects■ Size reduction

■ Operating speed

■ Comparing basic functions and instruction

■ Data that can be used byinstructions

■ Programming

■ I/O - forcing external I/O ON/OFF

■ Analogues

■ Networks - MELSECNET/H remote I/O

■ CC-Link remote station I/O

■ High speed communications - USBRS-232C

■ Memory - internal and additional

■ Security - remote password setting

I don’t need to knowhow to program a QPLC but how do Iconvert from an Aseries PLC?


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FX PLC Basic Maintenance (GX IEC)Main ObjectivesFX PLC Maintenance is a very hands-onpractical based course split into twomodules (hardware & software). Thecourse concentrates on wiring andconnectivity, with a strong emphasis onboth hardware and software faultfinding diagnostics. Software used willeither be GX Developer or GX IECDeveloper.

RequirementsStudents need no previous experiencewith Mitsubishi PLCs or PLCprogramming. Some knowledge ofother manufacturers’ PLC products is an advantage but not essential. An appreciation of a PC (QWERTY)keyboard and an understanding of basicelectrical principles and number baseswould be an advantage.

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated FX simulatorsystem hardware together with either GX Developer or GXIEC Developerprogramming software. Students areasked to bring digital multi-meters ifpossible.

Duration1 Day


■ Q Series PLC Maintenance


■ A comparison of PLC and relaysystems

■ Hardware connectivity & wiring

■ Analogue connectivity

■ Hardware fault finding

■ Program verification, fault findingand monitoring

■ Transferring a simple applicationprogram

New!

New to FX PLCmaintenance?


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Q PLC Maintenance (GX IEC)Main ObjectivesQ series PLC Maintenance is a veryhands-on practical based course split intwo modules (hardware & software).The course concentrates on wiring andconnectivity, with a strong emphasis onboth hardware and software faultfinding and diagnostics. Software usedwill either be GX Developer or GX IECDeveloper.

RequirementsStudents need no previous experiencewith Mitsubishi PLCs or PLCprogramming. Some knowledge ofother manufacturers’ PLC products is an advantage but not essential. Anappreciation of a PC (QWERTY)keyboard and an understanding of basicelectrical principles and number baseswould be an advantage.

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated Q seriessimulator system hardware togetherwith either GX Developer or GX IECDeveloper programming software.Students are asked to bring digital multi-meters if possible.

Duration1 Day


■ Modular PLCIntroduction/Advanced


■ A comparison of PLC and relay systems

■ Hardware connectivity & wiring

■ Analogue connectivity

■ Hardware fault finding

■ Program verification, fault findingand monitoring

■ System monitor feature withconfiguration utilities diagnostics

■ Transferring a simple applicationprogram

New!

New to Q Series PLC maintenance?


FX PLC Positioning

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Main ObjectivesBased on the FX3U-20SSC-H, FX PLCpositioning module, the course teachesstudents how to use FX Configuratorsoftware to parameterise a servo systemand create simple positioning movesincluding home return. Students alsolearn how to use the FX PLC instructionset to control the positioning system.

RequirementsStudents need to have basic Servosystem experience or have attended theMitsubishi Servo introduction trainingcourse. An understanding of basic FXPLC programming is also required.

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated hardwareServo demonstration cases togetherwith FX3U PLCs, FX3U-20SSC-Hpositioning module and FX ConfiguratorFP software.

Duration1 Day


■ FX PLC Introduction

■ FX PLC Advanced

■ Q Series (QD75) PLC Positioning

Subjects■ Introduction to positioning

systems on FX PLCs

■ System connectivity and SSCNet IIInetworking

■ Parameter setting and creatingbasic moves

■ Absolute and relative positioning

■ Home return operation

■ FX Configurator FP

■ PLC programming

■ Monitoring and trouble shooting

I know what a servo isbut how do I make itdo positioning moveswith an FX PLC?

Come and learn with Mitsubishi.

New!

Q series (QD75) PLC Positioning

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Main ObjectivesQ series PLC Maintenance is a very hands-on practical based course. The courseconcentrates on wiring and connectivity,with a strong emphasis on both hardwareand software fault finding anddiagnostics. Software used will be GXConfigurator DP and either GX Developeror GX IEC Developer.

RequirementsStudents need to have basic Servosystem experience or have attended theMitsubishi Servo introduction trainingcourse. An understanding of basic Qseries PLC programming is also required.

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated hardwareServo demonstration cases, togetherwith Q series PLCs, QD75MHnpositioning module and GXConfigurator QP software.

Duration1 Day


■ Modular PLC Introduction

■ Modular PLC Advanced

■ FX PLC Positioning

Subjects■ Introduction to positioning

systems on Q series PLCs

■ System connectivity and SSCNet IIInetworking

■ Parameter setting and creatingbasic moves

■ Absolute and relative positioning

■ Home return operation

■ GX Configurator QP

■ PLC programming

■ Monitoring and trouble shooting

New!

I know what a servo isbut how do I make itdo positioning moveswith a Q PLC?

Come and learn with Mitsubishi.

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Servo Introduction Main ObjectivesThis Servo training course introduces theconcept and principles of the operation ofMitsubishi servo systems includingamplifiers and motors. This includesSSCNet networking and connectivity plusMR Configurator software. Considerationis also given to mechanical systems.

RequirementsStudents need no previous experiencewith Servo systems. An understandingof basic electrical and mechanicalprinciples is required.

Products UsedThis course uses dedicated hardwareServo demonstration cases together withthe MR Configurator software.

Duration1 Day

Subjects■ Definition of Servo systems

■ Principles of operation

■ Wiring and connections

■ Type A & B systems

■ SSCNet networking

■ MR Configurator software

■ Fault finding and diagnostics


■ FX Positioning

■ Q Series QD 75 Positioning

What does a Servosystem do and how do I apply it?

Come and learn with Mitsubishi.New!

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Ethernet NetworkingMain ObjectivesThis course provides an understandingof the capability and performance ofEthernet networks and how to applythem to applications. The GX IECDeveloper programming package willbe used with setup, faultfinding anddiagnostics features included in thecourse.

RequirementsStudents need to have previousexperience with either Mitsubishi orother manufacturers’ PLC products. Anunderstanding of basic PLCs andprogramming is essential. A basicunderstanding of networking would bean advantage but is not essential.

Products UsedThis course uses the dedicated PLCtraining system fitted with Ethernetnetwork cards.

Duration1 Day

Subjects■ Introduction

■ Specifications

■ Cabling

■ Setting up a network

■ Links with GX IEC Developer

■ Diagnostics


■ CC Link Networking


■ IEC Programming

■ Networking

Ethernet is in commonuse so why do I need atraining course?

Dispel some of themyths and learn how toexploit the technology..

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CC-Link NetworkingMain ObjectivesThe course provides an understandingof the capability and performance of CC-Link open network and how to applyit to real world applications.Programming, fault-finding and diagnosticsare included in the course.

RequirementsAttendees need to have previousexperience with either Mitsubishi orother manufacturers’ PLC products. Anunderstanding of basic PLCs and howthey can be networked is necessary.

Products UsedThis course uses the dedicated PLCtraining rigs fitted with CC-Link networkcards.

Duration1 Day


■ IEC programming

■ Networking


■ Master local and remote stations

■ Interconnecting links usingtwisted pair cables

■ Master station buffer memory

■ Link relays and registers

■ Link I/0 - digital

■ Link I/0 - analogue

■ Link I/0 - drives

■ Programming

I know CC-Link is anOpen Network, buthow do I use it?

We can teach you.

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Profibus DP NetworkingMain ObjectivesThis course is aimed at the engineer whohas previous experience of Mitsubishi PLCproducts, and has attended theIntroduction and Advanced modular PLCcourses. The course provides anunderstanding of the capability andperformance of Profibus networks andhow to apply them to real worldapplications using Q series PLCs. GXConfigurator DP software will be usedtogether with PLC programming software.

RequirementsStudents need to have previousexperience with Mitsubishi PLCproducts. An understanding of basicPLCs and how they can be networked isnecessary.

Products UsedThis course uses a dedicated Q PLCTraining System fitted with Profibus DPNetwork cards and various remoteProfibus slave nodes.

Duration1 Day


■ IEC programming

■ Networking


Subjects■ Introduction to DP & PA standards

■ Specifications

■ Cabling

■ GSD Files

■ Use of Configurator DP software

■ Setting up a network

■ Links with GX IEC Developer

■ V0 & V1 protocols

■ Diagnostics

New!

I know Profibus is anopen network buthow do I use it?

We can teach you.

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MELSECNET Networking Main ObjectivesThe course provides an understandingof the capability and performance of this top-end Mitsubishi network andhow to apply it to real worldapplications. The GX IEC Developerprogramming package will be used.

RequirementsStudents need to have previousexperience with Mitsubishi PLCproducts. A basic understanding of PLCsand how they can be networked isnecessary. An understanding of IEC61131-3 programming is preferred.

Products UsedThis course uses the dedicated PLCtraining system fitted with MELSECNETnetwork cards.

Duration1 Day


■ Master local and remote stations

■ Interconnecting links

■ Link relays and register

■ Link I/0

■ Link memory size

■ Allocating link relays (B) and linkregister (W)

■ Setting up link tables

■ Network monitoring

■ Configuration LB, LW allocation

■ Configuration tables

■ Networks

■ Routing

■ How to get the best from MELSECNET system


■ Ethernet Networking


I know thatMELSECNET is forpeer-to-peer modularPLC comms but howdo I set it up?

We can teach you.

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GOT 1000

Main ObjectivesThe course explains the set-up and basicgraphic objects that the HMI uses inconjunction with PLC devices. Thecourse will also cover programming ofthe terminal using GT Designer andfollow examples using the basicfeatures.


■ FX/Modular PLC Introduction

■ MX SCADA

Subjects■ Introduction to HMIs

■ Basic set up of the terminal

■ GT11/GT15 Product review

■ Connectivity

■ Optional external interfaces

■ GT Designer software

■ Basic and advanced features

■ GT Simulator software

RequirementsStudents need have no previousexperience with either Mitsubishi orother manufacturers’ HMI products. Anunderstanding of basic electricalprinciples would be an advantage. BasicPLC knowledge would be preferred butnot essential.

Products UsedThis course uses the FX/Modular simulatorsystem with a GT15xx/GT11xx HMI

Duration2 Days

I know what an HMI isbut how do I makebest use of itsfacilities?


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Inverter Introduction(Variable Speed Drives)Main ObjectivesThis course covers the basic principles ofAC motors and AC inverter theory. Itinvolves practical use of the FR-D700inverters to gain basic set-up anddiagnostic experience that can be usedon the complete range of Mitsubishiinverters. The Mitsubishi FRConfigurator software is alsointroduced.

RequirementsStudents need have no perviousexperience of variable speed driveproducts. An understanding of basicelectrical principles would be anadvantage.

Products UsedThis course uses the dedicated FR-D700variable speed drive simulator systemshardware.

Duration1 Day


■ FX/Q PLC Basic Maintenance

Subjects■ 3 phase motor theory

■ 3 phase motor rules

■ Wiring – star and delta

■ Mechanical properties of 3 phase motors

■ How an inverter works

■ Several practical exercises

■ Introduction to FR Configuratorsoftware

■ Parameter settings

New!

What is variablespeed drive or how doI use an inverter?

We can teach you.

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Terms and Conditions:■ All bookings (and the provision of training) are subject to Mitsubishi’s then prevailing terms and conditions of sale (copy available upon

request), as amended by the below. Please note: Customer’s booking request, once accepted, constitutes a legally binding contract underEnglish law.

■ The training Registration Form must be signed by an authorised person on behalf of your company, partnership or business.

■ All prices and costs exclude VAT (or other applicable tax or duty) and are in pounds sterling unless otherwise expressly stated.

■ Failure to make payment in full prior to date of training, save where on credit, may result in loss of customer’s place and/or cancellation oftraining. Failure to make proper payment of credit account may result in refusal to provide future training. Both the aforesaid are withoutprejudice to Mitsubishi’s other rights.

■ Telephone bookings will be treated as provisional only (please confirm in writing).

■ Provisional bookings will be held for 3 weeks in advance without an official order or payment after which time Mitsubishi may offerplaces/dates to other customers if the reservation is not secured by the customer.

■ Mitsubishi reserves the right to cancel or postpone courses in the event of circumstances beyond its reasonable control and/or no suitabletrainer being available e.g. due to sudden illness (although Mitsubishi will first endeavour to find a substitute). In such circumstances,Mitsubishi will give as much notice as reasonably possible, and at customer’s request, in alternate to a substitute training date, a full refundwill be provided.

■ Mitsubishi reserves the right to cancel or postpone courses in the event that delegate numbers are below or above the standard limits.Typically, a minimum of 3 and maximum of 10 delegates for courses run at Mitsubishi’s training facilities. In such circumstances, Mitsubishiwill give as much notice as reasonably possible, and at customer’s request, in alternate to a substitute training date, a full refund will beprovided.

■ In the event of a request from a customer to transfer training to an alternative date/course within 2 weeks of commencement of course, anadministration fee of 25% of the cost of the applicable training shall apply. Any difference in cost of substitute course(s) shall be paidby/refunded to the customer as applicable.

■ In the event of customer’s cancellation of or non-attendance at a training course, a charge of 50 % of the cost of the applicable training shallapply.

■ To the fullest extent permitted by (applicable) law, Mitsubishi’s liability shall be limited to the total cost of the relevant training provided.

■ Customers are reminded that: (i) unless the contrary is specifically agreed, Mitsubishi’s training is general in nature and may not be suitablefor all circumstances and requirements encountered by customer; and (ii) that Mitsubishi’s software and applications are continuallyevolving. Therefore it is important when using any knowledge acquired, that customer first ensures that same remains up-to-date.

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