MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module

User's Manual (Startup)

-R60AD4
-R60ADV8
-R60ADI8
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
(Read these precautions before using this product.)
Before using MELSEC iQ-R series programmable controllers, please read the manuals for the product and the relevant
manuals introduced in those manuals carefully, and pay full attention to safety to handle the product correctly.
In this manual, the safety precautions are classified into two levels: " WARNING" and " CAUTION".

Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions, resulting in

WARNING death or severe injury.

Indicates that incorrect handling may cause hazardous conditions, resulting in

CAUTION 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.

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 [Design Precautions]
WARNING
● Configure safety circuits external to the programmable controller to ensure that the entire system
operates safely even when a fault occurs in the external power supply or the programmable controller.
Failure to do so may result in an accident due to an incorrect output or malfunction.
(1) Emergency stop circuits, protection circuits, and protective interlock circuits for conflicting
operations (such as forward/reverse rotations or upper/lower limit positioning) must be configured
external to the programmable controller.
(2) When the programmable controller detects an abnormal condition, it stops the operation and all
outputs are:
• Turned off if the overcurrent or overvoltage protection of the power supply module is activated.
• Held or turned off according to the parameter setting if the self-diagnostic function of the CPU
module detects an error such as a watchdog timer error.
(3) All outputs may be turned on if an error occurs in a part, such as an I/O control part, where the
CPU module cannot detect any error. To ensure safety operation in such a case, provide a safety
mechanism or a fail-safe circuit external to the programmable controller. For a fail-safe circuit
example, refer to "General Safety Requirements" in the MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration
Manual.
(4) Outputs may remain on or off due to a failure of a component such as a relay and transistor in an
output circuit. Configure an external circuit for monitoring output signals that could cause a
serious accident.
● In an output circuit, when a load current exceeding the rated current or an overcurrent caused by a
load short-circuit flows for a long time, it may cause smoke and fire. To prevent this, configure an
external safety circuit, such as a fuse.
● Configure a circuit so that the programmable controller is turned on first and then the external power
supply. If the external power supply is turned on first, an accident may occur due to an incorrect output
or malfunction.
● For the operating status of each station after a communication failure, refer to manuals relevant to the
network. Incorrect output or malfunction due to a communication failure may result in an accident.
● When connecting an external device with a CPU module or intelligent function module to modify data
of a running programmable controller, configure an interlock circuit in the program to ensure that the
entire system will always operate safely. For other forms of control (such as program modification,
parameter change, forced output, or operating status change) of a running programmable controller,
read the relevant manuals carefully and ensure that the operation is safe before proceeding. Improper
operation may damage machines or cause accidents.

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[Design Precautions]
WARNING
● Especially, when a remote programmable controller is controlled by an external device, immediate
action cannot be taken if a problem occurs in the programmable controller due to a communication
failure. To prevent this, configure an interlock circuit in the program, and determine corrective actions
to be taken between the external device and CPU module in case of a communication failure.
● Do not write any data to the "system area" and "write-protect area" of the buffer memory in the
module. Also, do not use any "use prohibited" signals as an output signal from the CPU module to
each module. Doing so may cause malfunction of the programmable controller system. For the
"system area", "write-protect area", and the "use prohibited" signals, refer to the user's manual for the
module used.
● If a communication cable is disconnected, the network may be unstable, resulting in a communication
failure of multiple stations. Configure an interlock circuit in the program to ensure that the entire
system will always operate safely even if communications fail. Failure to do so may result in an
accident due to an incorrect output or malfunction.
● To maintain the safety of the programmable controller system against unauthorized access from
external devices via the network, take appropriate measures. To maintain the safety against
unauthorized access via the Internet, take measures such as installing a firewall.

[Design Precautions]
CAUTION
● Do not install the control lines or communication cables together with the main circuit lines or power
cables. Keep a distance of 100mm or more between them. Failure to do so may result in malfunction
due to noise.
● During control of an inductive load such as a lamp, heater, or solenoid valve, a large current
(approximately ten times greater than normal) may flow when the output is turned from off to on.
Therefore, use a module that has a sufficient current rating.
● After the CPU module is powered on or is reset, the time taken to enter the RUN status varies
depending on the system configuration, parameter settings, and/or program size. Design circuits so
that the entire system will always operate safely, regardless of the time.
● Do not power off the programmable controller or reset the CPU module while the settings are being
written. Doing so will make the data in the flash ROM undefined. The values need to be set in the
buffer memory and written to the flash ROM again. Doing so also may cause malfunction or failure of
the module.
● When changing the operating status of the CPU module from external devices (such as the remote
RUN/STOP functions), select "Do Not OPEN in Program" for "Open Method Setting" in the module
parameters. If "OPEN in Program" is selected, an execution of the remote STOP function causes the
communication line to close. Consequently, the CPU module cannot reopen the line, and external
devices cannot execute the remote RUN function.

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 [Installation Precautions]
WARNING
● Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before mounting or removing the
module. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or cause the module to fail or malfunction.

[Installation Precautions]
CAUTION
● Use the programmable controller in an environment that meets the general specifications in the Safety
Guidelines included with the base unit. Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, malfunction,
or damage to or deterioration of the product.
● To mount a module, place the concave part(s) located at the bottom onto the guide(s) of the base unit,
and push in the module until the hook(s) located at the top snaps into place. Incorrect interconnection
may cause malfunction, failure, or drop of the module.
● When using the programmable controller in an environment of frequent vibrations, fix the module with
a screw.
● Tighten the screws within the specified torque range. Undertightening can cause drop of the screw,
short circuit, or malfunction. Overtightening can damage the screw and/or module, resulting in drop,
short circuit, or malfunction.
● When using an extension cable, connect it to the extension cable connector of the base unit securely.
Check the connection for looseness. Poor contact may cause malfunction.
● When using an SD memory card, fully insert it into the SD memory card slot. Check that it is inserted
completely. Poor contact may cause malfunction.
● Securely insert an extended SRAM cassette into the cassette connector of the CPU module. After
insertion, close the cassette cover and check that the cassette is inserted completely. Poor contact
may cause malfunction.
● Do not directly touch any conductive parts and electronic components of the module, SD memory
card, extended SRAM cassette, or connector. Doing so can cause malfunction or failure of the
module.

[Wiring Precautions]
WARNING
● Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before installation and wiring.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock or cause the module to fail or malfunction.
● After installation and wiring, attach the included terminal cover to the module before turning it on for
operation. Failure to do so may result in electric shock.

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[Wiring Precautions]
CAUTION
● Individually ground the FG and LG terminals of the programmable controller with a ground resistance
of 100 ohms or less. Failure to do so may result in electric shock or malfunction.
● Use applicable solderless terminals and tighten them within the specified torque range. If any spade
solderless terminal is used, it may be disconnected when the terminal screw comes loose, resulting in
failure.
● Check the rated voltage and signal layout before wiring to the module, and connect the cables
correctly. Connecting a power supply with a different voltage rating or incorrect wiring may cause fire
or failure.
● Connectors for external devices must be crimped or pressed with the tool specified by the
manufacturer, or must be correctly soldered. Incomplete connections may cause short circuit, fire, or
malfunction.
● Securely connect the connector to the module. Poor contact may cause malfunction.
● Do not install the control lines or communication cables together with the main circuit lines or power
cables. Keep a distance of 100mm or more between them. Failure to do so may result in malfunction
due to noise.
● Place the cables in a duct or clamp them. If not, dangling cable may swing or inadvertently be pulled,
resulting in damage to the module or cables or malfunction due to poor contact. Do not clamp the
extension cables with the jacket stripped. Doing so may change the characteristics of the cables,
resulting in malfunction.
● Check the interface type and correctly connect the cable. Incorrect wiring (connecting the cable to an
incorrect interface) may cause failure of the module and external device.
● Tighten the terminal screws or connector screws within the specified torque range. Undertightening
can cause drop of the screw, short circuit, fire, or malfunction. Overtightening can damage the screw
and/or module, resulting in drop, short circuit, fire, or malfunction.
● When disconnecting the cable from the module, do not pull the cable by the cable part. For the cable
with connector, hold the connector part of the cable. For the cable connected to the terminal block,
loosen the terminal screw. Pulling the cable connected to the module may result in malfunction or
damage to the module or cable.
● Prevent foreign matter such as dust or wire chips from entering the module. Such foreign matter can
cause a fire, failure, or malfunction.
● A protective film is attached to the top of the module to prevent foreign matter, such as wire chips,
from entering the module during wiring. Do not remove the film during wiring. Remove it for heat
dissipation before system operation.
● Programmable controllers must be installed in control panels. Connect the main power supply to the
power supply module in the control panel through a relay terminal block. Wiring and replacement of a
power supply module must be performed by qualified maintenance personnel with knowledge of
protection against electric shock. For wiring, refer to the MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual.
● For Ethernet cables to be used in the system, select the ones that meet the specifications in the user's
manual for the module used. If not, normal data transmission is not guaranteed.

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 [Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
WARNING
● Do not touch any terminal while power is on. Doing so will cause electric shock or malfunction.
● Correctly connect the battery connector. Do not charge, disassemble, heat, short-circuit, solder, or
throw the battery into the fire. Also, do not expose it to liquid or strong shock. Doing so will cause the
battery to produce heat, explode, ignite, or leak, resulting in injury and fire.
● Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before cleaning the module or
retightening the terminal screws, connector screws, or module fixing screws. Failure to do so may
result in electric shock.

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[Startup and Maintenance Precautions]
CAUTION
● When connecting an external device with a CPU module or intelligent function module to modify data
of a running programmable controller, configure an interlock circuit in the program to ensure that the
entire system will always operate safely. For other forms of control (such as program modification,
parameter change, forced output, or operating status change) of a running programmable controller,
read the relevant manuals carefully and ensure that the operation is safe before proceeding. Improper
operation may damage machines or cause accidents.
● Especially, when a remote programmable controller is controlled by an external device, immediate
action cannot be taken if a problem occurs in the programmable controller due to a communication
failure. To prevent this, configure an interlock circuit in the program, and determine corrective actions
to be taken between the external device and CPU module in case of a communication failure.
● Do not disassemble or modify the modules. Doing so may cause failure, malfunction, injury, or a fire.
● Use any radio communication device such as a cellular phone or PHS (Personal Handy-phone
System) more than 25cm away in all directions from the programmable controller. Failure to do so
may cause malfunction.
● Shut off the external power supply (all phases) used in the system before mounting or removing the
module. Failure to do so may cause the module to fail or malfunction.
● Tighten the screws within the specified torque range. Undertightening can cause drop of the
component or wire, short circuit, or malfunction. Overtightening can damage the screw and/or module,
resulting in drop, short circuit, or malfunction.
● After the first use of the product, do not mount/remove the module to/from the base unit, and the
terminal block to/from the module, and do not insert/remove the extended SRAM cassette to/from the
CPU module more than 50 times (IEC 61131-2 compliant) respectively. Exceeding the limit may cause
malfunction.
● After the first use of the product, do not insert/remove the SD memory card to/from the CPU module
more than 500 times. Exceeding the limit may cause malfunction.
● Do not touch the metal terminals on the back side of the SD memory card. Doing so may cause
malfunction or failure of the module.
● Do not touch the integrated circuits on the circuit board of an extended SRAM cassette. Doing so may
cause malfunction or failure of the module.
● Do not drop or apply shock to the battery to be installed in the module. Doing so may damage the
battery, causing the battery fluid to leak inside the battery. If the battery is dropped or any shock is
applied to it, dispose of it without using.
● Startup and maintenance of a control panel must be performed by qualified maintenance personnel
with knowledge of protection against electric shock. Lock the control panel so that only qualified
maintenance personnel can operate it.
● Before handling the module, touch a conducting object such as a grounded metal to discharge the
static electricity from the human body. Failure to do so may cause the module to fail or malfunction.

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 [Operating Precautions]
CAUTION
● When changing data and operating status, and modifying program of the running programmable
controller from an external device such as a personal computer connected to an intelligent function
module, read relevant manuals carefully and ensure the safety before operation. Incorrect change or
modification may cause system malfunction, damage to the machines, or accidents.
● Do not power off the programmable controller or reset the CPU module while the setting values in the
buffer memory are being written to the flash ROM in the module. Doing so will make the data in the
flash ROM undefined. The values need to be set in the buffer memory and written to the flash ROM
again. Doing so can cause malfunction or failure of the module.

[Disposal Precautions]
CAUTION
● When disposing of this product, treat it as industrial waste.
● When disposing of batteries, separate them from other wastes according to the local regulations. For
details on battery regulations in EU member states, refer to the MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration
Manual.

[Transportation Precautions]
CAUTION
● When transporting lithium batteries, follow the transportation regulations. For details on the regulated
models, refer to the MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual.
● The halogens (such as fluorine, chlorine, bromine, and iodine), which are contained in a fumigant
used for disinfection and pest control of wood packaging materials, may cause failure of the product.
Prevent the entry of fumigant residues into the product or consider other methods (such as heat
treatment) instead of fumigation. The disinfection and pest control measures must be applied to
unprocessed raw wood.

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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.

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Mitsubishi Electric MELSEC iQ-R series programmable controllers.
This manual describes the performance specifications, procedures before operation, wiring, and operation examples of the
relevant products listed below.
Before using this product, please read this manual and the relevant manuals carefully and develop familiarity with the
functions and performance of the MELSEC iQ-R series programmable controller to handle the product correctly.
When applying the program examples provided in this manual to an actual system, ensure the applicability and confirm that it
will not cause system control problems.
Please make sure that the end users read this manual.

Unless otherwise specified, this manual provides program examples in which the I/O numbers of X/Y0 to X/YF
are assigned to the A/D converter module. Assign I/O numbers when applying the program examples to an
actual system. For I/O number assignment, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual

Relevant products
R60AD4, R60ADV8, R60ADI8

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 COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE
DIRECTIVES
Method of ensuring compliance
To ensure that Mitsubishi 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.
•  MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual
•  Safety Guidelines (This manual is included with the base unit.)
The CE mark on the side of the programmable controller indicates compliance with EMC and Low Voltage Directives.

Additional measures
No additional measures are necessary for the compliance of this product with EMC and Low Voltage Directives.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
CONDITIONS OF USE FOR THE PRODUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
COMPLIANCE WITH EMC AND LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
RELEVANT MANUALS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
TERMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 PART NAMES 14

CHAPTER 2 SPECIFICATIONS 16
2.1 Performance Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

CHAPTER 3 FUNCTION LIST 19

CHAPTER 4 PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION 21

CHAPTER 5 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION 23

CHAPTER 6 WIRING 25
6.1 Terminal Blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
6.2 External Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

CHAPTER 7 OPERATION EXAMPLES 30

7.1 Programming Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
7.2 Program Examples . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

CHAPTER 8 OFFSET/GAIN SETTING 38

8.1 Setting Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

APPENDICES 41
Appendix 1 I/O Conversion Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Appendix 2 Accuracy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Appendix 3 External Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

INDEX 48

REVISIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
TRADEMARKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

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 RELEVANT MANUALS
Manual name [manual number] Description Available
form
MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module User's Manual (Startup) Performance specifications, procedures before operation, Print book
[SH-081232ENG] (this manual) wiring, operation examples, and offset/gain setting of the A/D
e-Manual
converter module
PDF
MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual Common information on the hardware configuration of all Print book
[SH-081262ENG] modules, overview of each system configuration, and
e-Manual
specifications of the power supply module, base unit, SD
PDF
memory card, and battery
MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module User's Manual Functions, parameter settings, troubleshooting, I/O signals, Print book
(Application) and buffer memory of the A/D converter module
e-Manual
[SH-081233ENG]
PDF
MELSEC iQ-R Programming Manual (Module Dedicated Instructions) Dedicated instructions for the intelligent function modules e-Manual
[SH-081976ENG] PDF
MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module/Digital-Analog FBs of the A/D converter modules and D/A converter modules e-Manual
Converter Module Function Block Reference PDF
[BCN-P5999-0375]
GX Works3 Operating Manual System configuration, parameter settings, and online e-Manual
[SH-081215ENG] operations of GX Works3 PDF
MELSEC iQ-R Online Module Change Manual The online module change, which allows a module to be Print book
[SH-081501ENG] changed without stopping the system for MELSEC iQ-R series
e-Manual
programmable controllers
PDF

This manual does not include detailed information on the following:

• General specifications
• Applicable CPU modules and the number of mountable modules
• Installation
For details, refer to the following.
MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual
This manual does not include information on the module function blocks.
For details, refer to the Function Block Reference for the module used.

e-Manual refers to the Mitsubishi FA electronic book manuals that can be browsed using a dedicated tool.
e-Manual has the following features:
• Required information can be cross-searched in multiple manuals.
• Other manuals can be accessed from the links in the manual.
• The hardware specifications of each part can be found from the product figures.
• Pages that users often browse can be bookmarked.
• Sample programs can be copied to an engineering tool.

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TERMS
Unless otherwise specified, this manual uses the following terms.
Term Description
Buffer memory A memory in an intelligent function module for storing data (such as setting values and monitored values).
For a CPU module, it refers to a memory for storing data (such as setting values and monitored values of the
Ethernet function, data used for data communications of the multiple CPU system function).
Engineering tool A tool used for setting up programmable controllers, programming, debugging, and maintenance
Global label A label that is valid for all the program data when multiple program data are created in the project.
The global label has two types: a module specific label (module label), which is generated automatically by GX
Works3, and an optional label, which can be created for any specified device.
Module label A label that represents one of memory areas (I/O signals and buffer memory areas) specific to each module in a
given character string.
For the module used, GX Works3 automatically generates this label, which can be used as a global label.
Normal mode A mode used for normal A/D conversion.
In the engineering tool, the item name of the mode is displayed as "Normal mode (A/D conversion process)".
Offset/gain setting mode A mode for the offset/gain setting
Q compatible mode A mode in which the module operates with the buffer memory map converted to the equivalent one to the
MELSEC Q series
R mode A mode in which the module operates with the buffer memory map that has been newly laid out in the MELSEC
iQ-R series
User range An analog input range where any value can be set. This range can be set in the offset/gain setting.
Watchdog timer error An error that occurs if the internal processing of the module is abnormal. Watchdog timer enables the module to
monitor its own internal processing.

GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS

Unless otherwise specified, this manual uses the following generic terms and abbreviations.
Generic term/abbreviation Description
A/D converter module The abbreviation for the MELSEC iQ-R series analog-digital converter module

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 1 PART NAMES
This chapter describes the part names of the A/D converter module.
(1) (2)
(3)

(4)

(5)

(6)

No. Name Description

(1) RUN LED Indicates the operating status of the module.
On: Normal operation
Flashing (1s cycles): In offset/gain setting mode
Flashing (400ms cycles): Selected as a module for the online module change
Off: 5V power supply interrupted, watchdog timer error occurred, or module replacement allowed in the
process of the online module change
(2) ERR LED Indicates the error status of the module.*1
On: Error occurred
Off: Normal operation
(3) ALM LED Indicates the alarm status of the module.*1
On: Alert (process alarm or rate alarm) issued
Flashing: Input signal error detected
Off: Normal operation
(4) Terminal block 18-point screw terminal block for connecting input signal wires of external devices and others
(5) Terminal block cover Covers for preventing electric shock while the power is on
(6) Production information marking Shows the product information (16 digits) of the module.

*1 For details, refer to the following.

 MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module User's Manual (Application)

1 PART NAMES
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1 PART NAMES
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 2 SPECIFICATIONS
This chapter describes the performance specifications.

2.1 Performance Specifications

This section describes the performance specifications of the A/D converter modules.

R60AD4
Item Specifications
Number of analog input channels 4 channels
Analog input voltage -10 to 10VDC (input resistance 1M)
Analog input current 0 to 20mADC (input resistance 250)
Digital output value 16-bit signed binary value (-32768 to 32767)
I/O characteristics, resolution*1 Analog input range Digital output value Resolution
Voltage 0 to 10V 0 to 32000 312.5V
0 to 5V 156.3V
1 to 5V 125.0V
1 to 5V (extended mode) -8000 to 32000 125.0V
-10 to 10V -32000 to 32000 312.5V
User range setting 47.7V
Current 0 to 20mA 0 to 32000 625.0nA
4 to 20mA 500.0nA
4 to 20mA (extended -8000 to 32000 500.0nA
mode)
User range setting -32000 to 32000 190.7nA
Accuracy (accuracy of the maximum Ambient temperature 255: within 0.1% (32 digit)
digital output value)*2 Ambient temperature 0 to 55: within 0.3% (96 digit)
Conversion speed 80s/CH
Absolute maximum input Voltage: 15V, Current: 30mA*3
Number of offset/gain settings*4 50000 times maximum
Isolation method Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: Photocoupler
Between input channels: Non-isolation
Withstand voltage Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: 500VACrms for 1 minute
Insulation resistance Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: 10M or higher, at 500VDC
Number of occupied I/O points 16 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent 16 points)
External interface 18-point terminal block
Applicable wire size 0.3 to 0.75 (22 to 18 AWG)
Applicable solderless terminal R1.25-3 (solderless terminal with an insulation sleeve cannot be used)
Internal current consumption (5VDC) 0.22A
External Height 106mm (Base unit mounting side: 98mm)
dimensions
Width 27.8mm
Depth 131mm
Weight 0.17kg

*1 For details on the I/O conversion characteristics, refer to the following.

Page 41 I/O Conversion Characteristics
*2 Except for the conditions under noise influence.
*3 These voltage and current values are instantaneous values at which no breakdown occurs in the internal resistance of the module.
*4 A count more than 50000 times causes Number of writes to offset/gain settings reach limit error (error code: 1080H).

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R60ADV8
Item Specifications
Number of analog input channels 8 channels
Analog input voltage -10 to 10VDC (input resistance 1M)
Analog input current 
2
Digital output value 16-bit signed binary value (-32768 to 32767)
I/O characteristics, resolution*1 Analog input range Digital output value Resolution
Voltage 0 to 10V 0 to 32000 312.5V
0 to 5V 156.3V
1 to 5V 125.0V
1 to 5V (extended mode) -8000 to 32000 125.0V
-10 to 10V -32000 to 32000 312.5V
User range setting 47.7V
Accuracy (accuracy of the maximum Ambient temperature 255: within 0.1% (32 digit)
digital output value)*2 Ambient temperature 0 to 55: within 0.3% (96 digit)
Conversion speed 80s/CH
Absolute maximum input Voltage: 15V*3
Number of offset/gain settings*4 50000 times maximum
Isolation method Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: Photocoupler
Between input channels: Non-isolation
Withstand voltage Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: 500VACrms for 1 minute
Insulation resistance Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: 10M or higher, at 500VDC
Number of occupied I/O points 16 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent 16 points)
External interface 18-point terminal block
Applicable wire size 0.3 to 0.75 (22 to 18 AWG)
Applicable solderless terminal R1.25-3 (solderless terminal with an insulation sleeve cannot be used)
Internal current consumption (5VDC) 0.23A
External Height 106mm (Base unit mounting side: 98mm)
dimensions
Width 27.8mm
Depth 131mm
Weight 0.17kg

*1 For details on the I/O conversion characteristics, refer to the following.

Page 41 I/O Conversion Characteristics
*2 Except for the conditions under noise influence.
*3 This voltage value is an instantaneous value at which no breakdown occurs in the internal resistance of the module.
*4 A count more than 50000 times causes Number of writes to offset/gain settings reach limit error (error code: 1080H).

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 R60ADI8
Item Specifications
Number of analog input channels 8 channels
Analog input voltage 
Analog input current 0 to 20mADC (input resistance 250)
Digital output value 16-bit signed binary value (-32768 to 32767)
I/O characteristics, resolution*1 Analog input range Digital output value Resolution
Current 0 to 20mA 0 to 32000 625.0nA
4 to 20mA 500.0nA
4 to 20mA (extended -8000 to 32000 500.0nA
mode)
User range setting -32000 to 32000 190.7nA
Accuracy (accuracy of the maximum Ambient temperature 255: within 0.1% (32 digit)
digital output value)*2 Ambient temperature 0 to 55: within 0.3% (96 digit)
Conversion speed 80s/CH
Absolute maximum input Current: 30mA*3
Number of offset/gain settings*4 50000 times maximum
Isolation method Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: Photocoupler
Between input channels: Non-isolation
Withstand voltage Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: 500VACrms for 1 minute
Insulation resistance Between I/O terminals and programmable controller power supply: 10M or higher, at 500VDC
Number of occupied I/O points 16 points (I/O assignment: Intelligent 16 points)
External interface 18-point terminal block
Applicable wire size 0.3 to 0.75 (22 to 18 AWG)
Applicable solderless terminal R1.25-3 (solderless terminal with an insulation sleeve cannot be used)
Internal current consumption (5VDC) 0.22A
External Height 106mm (Base unit mounting side: 98mm)
dimensions Width 27.8mm
Depth 131mm
Weight 0.17kg

*1 For details on the I/O conversion characteristics, refer to the following.

Page 41 I/O Conversion Characteristics
*2 Except for the conditions under noise influence.
*3 This current value is an instantaneous value at which no breakdown occurs in the internal resistance of the module.
*4 A count more than 50000 times causes Number of writes to offset/gain settings reach limit error (error code: 1080H).

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3 FUNCTION LIST
The following table lists the functions of the A/D converter module. For further details on the function, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module User's Manual (Application)
Item Description
Range switching function Allows switching the input range of an analog input for each channel. Switching the range makes it
possible to change the input signal characteristics.
A/D conversion enable/disable setting function Controls whether to enable or disable the A/D conversion for each channel. Disabling the A/D
conversion on unused channels reduces the A/D conversion cycles.
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A/D conversion Sampling processing Executes A/D conversion of analog input values sequentially and stores the digital output values to
method the buffer memory areas.
Averaging Time average Executes A/D conversion for a set time, and calculates the average of the total value excluding the
processing maximum value and the minimum value to store it in the buffer memory area. The number of
processing times within the set time changes depending on the number of channels where the A/D
conversion is enabled.
Count average Executes A/D conversion for a set number of times, and calculates the average of the total value
excluding the maximum value and the minimum value to store it in the buffer memory area. The
time taken to store the average value obtained by the average processing in the buffer memory
area changes depending on the number of channels where the A/D conversion is enabled.
Moving average Averages digital output values taken at every sampling cycle for a specified number of times, and
stores the averaged value in the buffer memory area. Because the target range for averaging
processing is moved in response to every sampling processing, the latest digital output value can
be obtained.
Primary delay filter Performs digital output where the transient noise of analog input is smoothed depending on the set
time constant, and stores the value in the buffer memory area.
Scaling function Performs scale conversion on digital output values within a specified range between a scaling
upper limit value and a scaling lower limit value. This function reduces the time and effort to create
a program of the scale conversion.
Shift function Adds (shifts) a set conversion value shift amount to a digital output value and stores the result in the
buffer memory area. The digital operation value reflects the change in the conversion value shift
amount on a realtime basis. Therefore, fine adjustment can be easily performed when the system
starts.
Digital clipping function Fixes a possible digital operation value to the maximum digital output value or the minimum digital
output value when an input current or voltage exceeds the input range.
Difference conversion function Subtracts a difference conversion reference value from a digital operation value and stores the
acquired value in the buffer memory area.
Maximum value/minimum value hold function Stores the maximum and minimum values of digital operation values to the buffer memory area for
each channel.
Alert output Process alarm Outputs an alert when a digital operation value enters the preset alert output range.
function
Rate alarm Outputs an alert when the change rate of a digital output value is equal to or more than the rate
alarm upper limit value, or the rate is equal to or less than the rate alarm lower limit value.
Input signal error detection function Detects an analog input value that is above or below the set range.
Logging function Logs (records) digital output values or digital operation values. 10000 points of data can be logged
for each channel.
Logging read function Makes it possible to store more than 10000 points of logging data without stopping logging by
transferring the device data to the file register of the CPU module during logging. This function
reduces the takt time in a test demanding high-speed conversion.
Interrupt function Executes an interrupt program of the CPU module when an interrupt factor such as an input signal
error or alert output is detected.
Inter-module synchronization function Allows the A/D conversion values to be held simultaneously among multiple modules in which the
inter-module synchronization function is active.
Error history function Records up to the 16 errors and alarms that occurred in the A/D converter module to store them
into the buffer memory area.
Event history function Collects occurred errors and alarms, and performed operations in the A/D converter module as
event information into the CPU module.
Offset/gain setting Corrects errors in digital output values.
Backing up, saving, and restoring offset/gain values Makes it possible to back up, save, and restore the offset/gain values of the user range setting.
Online module change Allows module replacement without stopping the system. For the procedure of the online module
change, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Online Module Change Manual

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 Item Description
Q compatible mode function Controls an operation state with the buffer memory layout converted to equivalent one of the Q
series. This compatibility makes it possible to reuse sequence programs that have exhibited high
performance on the Q series analog input modules.
Firmware update function*1 Enables users to update the firmware versions of modules by using firmware update files. (For the
firmware update file, please consult your local Mitsubishi representative.) For details on this
function, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual

*1 The firmware update function cannot be used for the module in offset/gain setting mode.

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4 PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION
This chapter describes the procedures before operation.

1. Mounting a module
Mount the A/D converter module in any desired configuration.
Page 30 System configuration

2. Wiring
Perform wiring of external devices to the A/D converter module.
Page 27 External Wiring
3. Adding a module 4
Add the A/D converter module to a module configuration by using the engineering tool. For details, refer to the following.
 GX Works3 Operating Manual
4. Parameter settings
Set up the parameters of the A/D converter module by using the engineering tool. For details, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module User's Manual (Application)

5. Offset/gain setting
Perform the offset/gain setting to set a user range, if necessary.
Page 38 OFFSET/GAIN SETTING
6. Programming
Create a program. For details, refer to the following.
Page 30 OPERATION EXAMPLES

4 PROCEDURES BEFORE OPERATION

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5 SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
For system configurations using the MELSEC iQ-R series modules, CPU modules that can be used with the A/D converter
module, and the number of mountable modules, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Module Configuration Manual

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6 WIRING
This chapter describes the wiring of the A/D converter module.

6.1 Terminal Blocks

Precautions
Tighten the module fixing screws and others within the specified torque range.
Screw type Tightening torque range
*1
Module fixing screw (M3) 0.37 to 0.48Nm
Terminal screw (M3) 0.42 to 0.58Nm
Terminal block mounting screw (M3.5) 0.66 to 0.89Nm

*1 The hook on the top of the module allows the module to be fixed to a base unit easily. In a place where there is a lot of vibration,
however, fixing with module fixing screws is recommended.
The following table lists an applicable solderless terminal to be connected to the terminal block. When wiring, use the wire and
tightening torque applicable to the table. Use UL listed solderless terminals and, for processing, use the tools recommended 6
by their manufacturer. Note that a solderless terminal with an insulation sleeve cannot be used.
Solderless terminal Wire
Model Applicable Diameter Type Material Temperature rating
tightening torque
R1.25-3 0.42 to 0.58Nm 0.3 to 0.75 Stranded Copper 75 or greater
(22 to 18 AWG)

Signal names of the terminal blocks

The following table shows signal names of the terminal blocks.

■R60AD4
Terminal block Terminal number Signal name
1 CH1 V+
2 V-/I-
3 I+
4 SLD
5 CH2 V+
6 V-/I-
CH1
CH1 V+
7 I+
V-/I- CH1
8 SLD
I+
SLD
CH2 9 CH3 V+
CH2 V+
V-/I- CH2
10 V-/I-
I+
SLD 11 I+
CH3
CH3 V+ 12 SLD
V-/I- CH3
I+ 13 CH4 V+
SLD
CH4
14 V-/I-
CH4 V+
V-/I- CH4
15 I+
I+
SLD
16 SLD
AG
FG 17 AG
18 FG

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 ■R60ADV8
Terminal block Terminal number Signal name
1 CH1 V+
2 V-
3 CH2 V+
4 V-
5 CH3 V+
6 V-
CH1
7 CH4 V+
CH1 V+
V- CH2
8 V-
CH2 V+
V-
CH3 9 CH5 V+
CH3 V+
V- CH4 10 V-
CH4 V+
V- CH5
11 CH6 V+
CH5 V+ 12 V-
V-
CH6
CH6 V+ 13 CH7 V+
V-
CH7
14 V-
CH7 V+
V- CH8 15 CH8 V+
CH8 V+
V- 16 V-
AG
FG 17 AG
18 FG

■R60ADI8
Terminal block Terminal number Signal name
1 CH1 I+
2 l-
3 CH2 I+
4 l-
5 CH3 I+
6 l-
CH1
CH1 I+ 7 CH4 I+
I- CH2 8 l-
CH2 I+
I-
CH3 9 CH5 I+
CH3 I+
I- CH4
10 l-
CH4 I+
I-
11 CH6 I+
CH5
CH5 I+ 12 l-
I-
CH6
CH6 I+ 13 CH7 I+
I-
CH7
I+
14 l-
CH7
I- CH8 15 CH8 I+
CH8 I+
I- 16 l-
AG
FG 17 AG
18 FG

Terminal blocks that have been used on MELSEC-Q series A/D converter modules can be used just the way
they are. The terminal layout is the same as the MELSEC-Q series A/D converter modules (the Q64AD,
Q68ADV, and Q68ADI).
The terminal blocks for MELSEC-L series A/D converter modules, however, cannot be used because of the
shape difference.

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6.2 External Wiring

Wiring to the terminal block

The following figures show wiring to the terminal block.

■R60AD4
For the voltage input For the current input

CH1
CH1
CH1 CH1 V+
CH1 V+
V-/I- CH1 V-/I- CH1
CH1
I+ I+
SLD SLD
CH2 CH2
V+ CH2 V+
CH2
V-/I- V-/I- CH2
CH2
I+ I+
SLD SLD
CH3 CH3
CH3 V+ CH3 V+
V-/I- CH3 V-/I- CH3
I+ I+
SLD SLD
CH4 CH4
CH4
V-/I-
V+
CH4
CH4
V-/I-
V+
6
CH4
I+ I+
SLD SLD
AG AG
FG FG

■R60ADV8
CH1
CH1 V+
CH1
V- CH2
V+
CH2
V- CH3
V+
CH3
V- CH4
V+
CH4
V- CH5
V+
CH5
V- CH6
V+
CH6
V- CH7
V+
CH7
V- CH8
V+
CH8
V-
AG
FG

■R60ADI8
CH1
CH1 I+
CH1
I- CH2
I+
CH2
I- CH3
I+
CH3
I- CH4
I+
CH4
I- CH5
I+
CH5
I- CH6
I+
CH6
I- CH7
I+
CH7
I- CH8
I+
CH8
I-
AG
FG

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 External wiring examples
The following figures show the examples of external wiring.

■R60AD4
For voltage input
Signal source -10 to 10V

*2

*1 500k
V+

I+

V-/I-
500k
SLD
*5 Shield

For current input *2

Signal source 0 to 20mA *3
500k
*1 V+

I+
250
V-/I-
500k

SLD

*5 Shield
AG

FG
*4

*5

*1 For the wire, use the 2-core twisted cable.

*2 These values indicate the input resistance of the R60AD4.
*3 For the current input, be sure to connect the terminals (V+) and (I+).
*4 Connect the AG terminal and the GND of the external device if there is a potential difference between them.
*5 Be sure to connect the shield wire of cables on each channel to the SLD terminal, and ground the FG terminal.

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■R60ADV8

*2

*1
500kΩ
V+
500kΩ
V-

AG

Shield FG

*3
*4

*1 For the wire, use the 2-core twisted cable.

*2 These values indicate the input resistance of the R60ADV8.
*3 Connect the AG terminal and the GND of the external device if there is a potential difference between them.
*4 Be sure to ground the shield wire of cables on each channel and the FG terminal.

■R60ADI8
6
*1
*2
500kΩ
I+
250Ω
500kΩ
I-

AG

Shield FG

*3
*4

*1 For the wire, use the 2-core twisted cable.

*2 These values indicate the input resistance of the R60ADI8.
*3 Connect the AG terminal and the GND of the external device if there is a potential difference between them.
*4 Be sure to ground the shield wire of cables on each channel and the FG terminal.

Establish a connection of the FG terminal of the power supply module.

In the R60AD4 and R60ADV8, If the circuit is left open between terminals of unused channels, enabling A/D
conversion may generate an undefined digital value. To prevent this phenomenon, take any of the following
measures:
• Set the A/D conversion enable/disable setting in the unused channels to disable the A/D conversion. Note
that changing the A/D conversion enable/disable setting from A/D conversion enable to A/D conversion
disable causes a shorter sampling cycle.
• Short-circuit the input terminals (V+) and (V-) in the unused channels.

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 7 OPERATION EXAMPLES
This chapter describes the programming procedure and the basic program of the A/D converter module.

7.1 Programming Procedure

Take the following steps to create a program for running the A/D converter module:

1. Set parameters.
Page 31 Parameter settings

2. Create a program.
Page 36 Program examples

Using function blocks (FBs) reduces load at programming and improves the readability of programs. For
details on the function blocks, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Analog-Digital Converter Module/Digital-Analog Converter Module Function Block
Reference

7.2 Program Examples

System configuration
The following figure shows an example of the system configuration.
(1) (2) (3) (4)

(1) Power supply module (R61P)

(2) CPU module (R120CPU)
(3) A/D converter module (R60AD4)
(4) Input module (RX10)

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Parameter settings
Perform an initial setting in the parameter settings of the engineering tool. The auto refresh setting does not need to be
changed here.
Function Setting item CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
Range switching function Input range setting 0 to 10V 0 to 10V 0 to 20mA 4 to 20mA
Operation mode setting Operation mode setting Normal mode (A/D conversion processing)
function
A/D conversion enable/disable A/D conversion enable/disable A/D conversion A/D conversion A/D conversion A/D conversion
setting function setting enable enable enable enable
A/D conversion method Averaging process specification Sampling Count average Moving average Sampling
processing processing
Time average/Count average/  50 10 
Moving average/Primary delay
filter constant setting
Scaling function Scaling enable/disable setting Disable Disable Enable Disable
Scaling upper limit value   16000 
Scaling lower limit value   2000 
Shift function Conversion value shift amount 0 0 2000 0
Digital clipping function Digital clipping enable/disable Disable Disable Enable Disable
setting
Alert output function (process Alert output setting (process Disable Enable Disable Disable
alarm) alarm)
Process alarm upper upper limit  32000   7
value
Process alarm upper lower limit  28000  
value
Process alarm lower upper limit  4000  
value
Process alarm lower lower limit  0  
value
Alert output function (rate Alert output setting (rate alarm) Enable Disable Disable Disable
alarm)
Rate alarm alert detection cycle 5   
setting
Rate alarm upper limit value 250   
Rate alarm lower limit value -50   
Input signal error detection Input signal error detection Upper limit Disable Disable Disable
function setting detection
Input signal error detection 10.0   
setting value
Logging function Logging enable/disable setting Disable Disable Disable Disable
Logging data setting    
Logging cycle setting value    
Logging cycle unit setting    
Level trigger condition setting    
Post-trigger logging points    
Trigger data    
Trigger setting value    
Read interrupt enable/disable    
setting
Logging read points setting    
value

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7.2 Program Examples 31
 Operating procedure
1. Set the window as follows to create the project.
[Project]  [New]

2. Click the [Setting Change] button and set the module to use the module label.

3. Click the [OK] button in the following window to add the module label of the CPU module.

4. Add the A/D converter module with the window set as follows.
[Navigation window]  [Parameter]  [Module Information]  Right-click  [Add New Module]

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5. Set the window as follows to add the module label of the A/D converter module.

6. Set "Basic setting" of "Module Parameter" of the A/D converter module as shown below.
[Navigation window]  [Parameter]  [Module Information]  [R60AD4]  [Module Parameter]  [Basic setting]

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 7. Set "Application setting" of "Module Parameter" of the A/D converter module as shown below.
[Navigation window]  [Parameter]  [Module Information]  [R60AD4]  [Module Parameter]  [Application setting]

8. Write the set parameters to the CPU module on the master station. Then, reset the CPU module or power off and on the
system.
[Online]  [Write to PLC]

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Label settings
GX Works3 provides functions that support the creation of a program.
The following table lists the module labels and global labels used for the program examples in this section.
There is no need to change the settings of the module labels. For details on the global labels, refer to the following.
 MELSEC iQ-R Programming Manual (Program Design)
Classification Label name Description Device
Module label R60AD_1.bModuleREADY Module READY X0
R60AD_1.bInputSignalErrorDetectionSignal Input signal error detection signal X0C
R60AD_1.bMaxValueMinValueResetCompletedFlag Maximum value/minimum value reset X0D
completed flag
R60AD_1.bA_D_conversionCompletedFlag A/D conversion completed flag X0E
R60AD_1.bErrorFlag Error flag X0F
R60AD_1.bOperatingConditionSettingRequest Operating condition setting request Y9
R60AD_1.bMaxValueMinValueResetRequest Maximum value/minimum value reset request Y0D
R60AD_1.uA_D_conversionCompletedFlag.0 A/D conversion completed flag 
R60AD_1.stnMonitor[0].wDigitalOutputValue CH1 Digital output value 
R60AD_1.uA_D_conversionCompletedFlag.1 A/D conversion completed flag 
R60AD_1.stnMonitor[1].wDigitalOutputValue CH2 Digital output value 
R60AD_1.uA_D_conversionCompletedFlag.2 A/D conversion completed flag 
R60AD_1.stnMonitor[2].wDigitalOperationValue CH3 Digital operation value 
R60AD_1.uA_D_conversionCompletedFlag.3 A/D conversion completed flag  7
R60AD_1.stnMonitor[3].wDigitalOutputValue CH4 Digital output value 
R60AD_1.stnMonitor[2].wMaxValue CH3 Maximum value 
R60AD_1.stnMonitor[2].wMinValue CH3 Minimum value 
R60AD_1.uWarningOutputFlagProcessAlarmUpperLimit.1 Alert output flag (Process alarm upper limit) 
R60AD_1.uWarningOutputFlagProcessAlarmLowerLimit.1 Alert output flag (Process alarm lower limit) 
R60AD_1.uWarningOutputFlagRateAlarmUpperLimit.0 Alert output flag (Rate alarm upper limit) 
R60AD_1.uWarningOutputFlagRateAlarmLowerLimit.0 Alert output flag (Rate alarm lower limit) 
R60AD_1.uInputSignalErrorDetectionFlag.0 Input signal error detection flag 
Labels to be defined Define global labels as shown below:

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 Program examples
■Program example 1
• This program is an example to read and save the digital output values of CH1, CH2, and CH4, and the digital operation
value of CH3.

(0) CH1 Digital output value, CH2 Digital output value, CH3 Digital operation value, and CH4 Digital output value are to be read.

■Program example 2
• This program is an example to read and reset the maximum value and minimum value of CH3.

(0) CH3 Maximum value and CH3 Minimum value are to be read.
(51)'Maximum value/minimum value reset request' (YD) is to be turned on.
(73)'Maximum value/minimum value reset request' (YD) is to be turned off.

■Program example 3
• This program is an example to perform the processing at the time of the issuance of a process alarm upper/lower limit alert
in CH2.

(0) At the time when a process alarm upper limit alert is issued in CH2, the processing is to be performed.
(43)At the time when a process alarm lower limit alert is issued in CH2, the processing is to be performed.

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■Program example 4
• This program is an example to perform the processing at the time of the issuance of a rate alarm upper/lower limit alert in
CH1.

(0) At the time when a rate alarm upper limit alert is issued in CH1, the processing is to be performed.
(41)At the time when a rate alarm lower limit alert is issued in CH1, the processing is to be performed.

■Program example 5
• This program is an example to make the latest error code appear when an input signal error is detected in CH1, or an error
occurs. After this, the program clears the error flag and the stored error code.

(0) At the time when an input signal error is detected in CH1, the processing is to be performed.
(33)Error manipulation start flag is to be turned on.

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7.2 Program Examples 37
 8 OFFSET/GAIN SETTING
Using the user range setting requires setting the offset and gain values.
Access to the offset/gain setting window in the engineering tool to set the offset and gain values.

8.1 Setting Procedure

The setting procedure for the offset/gain setting of the A/D converter module is as follows:
[Tool]  [Module Tool List]
1. In "Analog Input", select "Offset/gain Setting" and click
[OK] button.

2. Select the target module for the offset/gain setting, and

click [OK] button.

3. Click [Yes] button.

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38 8.1 Setting Procedure
4. Mark the checkbox of the channel where offset and gain
values are to be set.
5. Select the voltage or current and click the [Offset
Setting] button.

6. Apply the offset voltage or current to the terminal of the

corresponding channel, and click [Yes] button.

7. Check that "Offset Status" has changed to "Changed",

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and click [Gain Setting] button.

8. Apply the gain voltage or current to the terminal of the

corresponding channel, and click [Yes] button.

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8.1 Setting Procedure 39
 9. Check that "Gain Status" has changed to "Changed",
and click [Close] button.

10. Click [Yes] button.

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40 8.1 Setting Procedure
APPENDICES
Appendix 1 I/O Conversion Characteristics
An I/O conversion characteristic of A/D conversion is expressed by the slope of the straight line connecting the offset value
and the gain value at the time when an analog signal (voltage or current) from outside the programmable controller is
converted to a digital value.

Offset value
This value is the analog input value (voltage or current) where the corresponding digital output value is 0.

Gain value
This value is the analog input value (voltage or current) where the corresponding digital output value is 32000.

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Appendix 1 I/O Conversion Characteristics 41
 Voltage input characteristics
The following shows the list of the analog input ranges and the graphs of each voltage input characteristic, at the voltage
input.
digit (a) digit (a)
32767 32767
32000 32000

(3) (4)
(2) (1)
(5)
0 0
-768 1 1
-8000
-8768

-32000 -32000
-32768 V -32768 V
-15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15 -15 -10 -5 0 5 10 15

digit: Digital output value

V: Analog input voltage (V)
(a): Practical analog input range

No. Input range setting Offset value Gain value Digital output value*3 Resolution
(1) 1 to 5V 1V 5V 0 to 32000 125.0V
(2) 0 to 5V 0V 5V 156.3V
(3) -10 to 10V 0V 10V -32000 to 32000 312.5V
(4) 0 to 10V 0V 10V 0 to 32000
(5) 1 to 5V (extended mode) 1V 5V -8000 to 32000 125.0V
*1 *1
 User range setting -32000 to 32000 47.7V*2

*1 Set the offset value and gain value in the user range setting within a range that satisfies the following conditions. If the following
conditions are not satisfied, A/D conversion may not be performed properly.
Setting range of the offset value and gain value: -10 to 10V
((gain value) - (offset value))  1.6V
*2 Maximum resolution in the user range setting.
*3 When analog input exceeds the range of the digital output value, the digital output value is fixed to the maximum or minimum.

Input range setting Digital output value

Minimum Maximum
1 to 5V -768 32767
0 to 5V
-10 to 10V -32768
0 to 10V -768
1 to 5V (extended mode) -8768
User range setting -32768

• Set values within the practical range of the analog input and digital output at each input range. If the values
are out of the range, the resolution and accuracy may not fall within the range of the performance
specifications. (Do not use values in the dotted line region in the graph of voltage input characteristics.)
• The range of 1 to 5V (extended mode) allows extending the lower limit value of analog input. The upper limit
value of analog input cannot be extended.
• Do not set the voltage over 15V. Doing so can cause breakdown of the elements.

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42 Appendix 1 I/O Conversion Characteristics
Current input characteristics
The following shows the list of the analog input ranges and the graph of each current input characteristic, at the current input.
(a) (a)
digit digit
32767 32767
32000 32000

(2) (1)
(3)

0 0
-768 4
4

-8000
-8768

-32000
-32768 I -32000
-40 -20 0 20 40 -32768 I
-40 -20 0 20 40

digit: Digital output value

I: Analog input current (mA)
(a): Practical analog input range

No. Input range setting Offset value Gain value Digital output value*3 Resolution
(1) 4 to 20mA 4mA 20mA 0 to 32000 500.0nA
(2) 0 to 20mA 0mA 20mA 625.0nA
A
(3) 4 to 20mA (extended mode) 4mA 20mA -8000 to 32000 500.0nA
*1 *1
 User range setting -32000 to 32000 190.7nA*2

*1 Set the offset value and gain value in the user range setting within a range that satisfies the following conditions. If the following
conditions are not satisfied, A/D conversion may not be performed properly.
Gain value  20mA, offset value  0mA
((gain value) - (offset value))  6.1mA
*2 Maximum resolution in the user range setting.
*3 When analog input exceeds the range of the digital output value, the digital output value is fixed to the maximum or minimum.

Input range setting Digital output value

Minimum Maximum
4 to 20mA -768 32767
0 to 20mA
4 to 20mA (extended mode) -8768
User range setting -32768

• Set values within the practical range of the analog input and digital output at each input range. If the values
are out of the range, the resolution and accuracy may not fall within the range of the performance
specifications. (Do not use values in the dotted line region in the graph of current input characteristics.)
• The range of 4 to 20mA (extended mode) allows extending the lower limit value of analog input. The upper
limit value of analog input cannot be extended.
• Do not set the voltage over 30mA. Doing so can cause breakdown of the elements.

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Appendix 1 I/O Conversion Characteristics 43
 Appendix 2 Accuracy
Accuracy of A/D conversion is determined by the accuracy for the maximum value of digital output value.
An input characteristic change through changes of the offset/gain setting or the input range does not sacrifice the accuracy,
which is maintained within the described range of the performance specifications.
The following graph shows the fluctuation range of accuracy when the range of -10 to 10V is selected.
The accuracy is 0.1% (32 digit) at ambient temperature of 255; the accuracy is 0.3% (96 digit) at ambient
temperature of 0 to 55 (except for the conditions under noise influence).
digit
32000

(1)

-32000 V
-10 0 10

digit: Digital output value

V: Analog input voltage (V)
(1) Voltage fluctuation range

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44 Appendix 2 Accuracy
Appendix 3 External Dimensions
The following figure shows the external dimensions of the A/D converter module.
4

106
98

110

131 27.8

(unit: mm)

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 INDEX

A
Accuracy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
ALM LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

C
Current input characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

E
ERR LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
External dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
External wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

F
Function blocks (FBs) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

G
Gain value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

O
Offset value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Offset/gain setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

P
Performance specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

R
RUN LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

T
Terminal blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

V
Voltage input characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

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 REVISIONS
*The manual number is given on the bottom left of the back cover.
Revision date *Manual number Description
June 2014 SH(NA)-081232ENG-A First edition
August 2014 SH(NA)-081232ENG-B Error correction
January 2015 SH(NA)-081232ENG-C ■Added function
Online module change
■Added or modified parts
RELEVANT MANUALS, Chapter 1, 3, Section 5.2, 7.1
March 2016 SH(NA)-081232ENG-D ■Added or modified parts
RELEVANT MANUALS, Section 2.1, Chapter 4, Section 5.1, 5.2, 7.1, Appendix 1, 2
May 2020 SH(NA)-081232ENG-E ■Added function
Firmware update function
■Added or modified parts
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS, RELEVANT MANUALS, TERMS, Section 2.1, Chapter 3, Section 7.2,
Addition of GENERIC TERMS AND ABBREVIATIONS and Chapter 5

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