*PS00005850A02*

*PS00005850A02*
 Preface
■ Introduction
The Easy320 series PLC, a new generation of small PLC developed by Inovance,
supports network switchover through two network ports and allows process
packaging and reuse through FB/FC function. With RS485 and EtherCAT, a multi-layer
network communication can be realized through this PLC, with 16 modules
extendable. RS485/RS232/CAN/DI/DO/AI/AO/RTC clock/TF card functions can also be
extended through the extension card.
This guide describes installation and wiring of the PLC, including product information,
mechanical installation, and electrical installation.

■ Standards compliance
The following table lists the certifications, directives, and standards that the product
may comply with. For details about the certifications compliant with, see the
certification marks on the product nameplate.

Certification Directive Standards compliance

CE certification EMC Directive 2014/30/EU 24 VDC products:

EN 61131-2
220 VAC products:
EN 61131-2
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
Low Voltage 2014/35/EU EN 61010-1
Directive (LVD) EN 61010-2-201
RoHS Directive 2011/65/EU EN IEC 63000
amended by
(EU)2015/863

UL/cUL certification - UL 61010-1

UL 61010-2-201
UL 61010-2-030
CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 61010-1
CSA C22.2 NO. 61010-2-201
CSA C22.2 NO. 61010-2-030

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 Certification Directive Standards compliance

KCC certification - -
EAC certification - -

■ More Documents
Document Name Data Code Description

GE20 Series Extension Card PS00006443 Provides product information,

User Guide installation and wiring, programming
examples and for GE20 series
extension card.

■ Revision history
Date Version Revision
March 2023 A02 Updated DIN rail mounting hook diagram
and product specifications.

October 2022 A01 ● Added CAN communication function.

● Made minor corrections.
August 2022 A00 First release

■ Document acquisition
This guide is not delivered along with the product. You can download the PDF version
in the following means:
● Log in to Inovance's website (www.inovance.com), choose Support > Download,
search by keyword, and then download the PDF file.
● Scan the QR code on the product with your mobile phone.

■ Warranty
Inovance provides an 18-month warranty to the equipment from the date of shipment
(subject to the barcode on the product) for failure or damage that occurs during
normal use. If otherwise agreed upon, the agreed terms and conditions shall prevail.
When the warranty period expires, reasonable maintenance fee will be charged.
The warranty does not cover any damage caused by:
● Operations not following instructions in the user guide
● Fire, flood, and abnormal voltage

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● Unintended use
● Improper use outside the designed scope of application
● Force majeure (such as natural disaster, earthquake, and lightning strike) and the
secondary damage caused thereof
The maintenance fee is charged according to the latest Maintenance Price List of
Inovance. If otherwise agreed upon, the agreed terms and conditions shall prevail.
For details, see Product Warranty Card.

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 Fundamental Safety Instructions
■ Safety Disclaimer
● This chapter explains the safety precautions that need to be paid attention to
when using this product correctly. Before operating the equipment, read through
the guide and comprehend all the safety instructions. To ensure the safety of
humans and equipment, follow the signs on the equipment and all the safety
instructions in this user guide. Failure to comply may result in severe personal
injuries or even death or equipment damage.
● The DANGER, WARNING and NOTICE messages in the user guide does not cover all
the safety risks.
● Use this product in environments meeting the design and specification
requirements; otherwise, a fault may occur. Noncompliance-caused malfunction
or damage to parts are not covered in product quality warranty.
● Inovance shall take no responsibility for any personal injuries or property damage
caused by improper usage.

■ Safety Levels and Definitions

Indicates that failure to comply with the notice can result in death
or severe personal injuries.

Indicates that failure to comply with the notice may result in death
or severe personal injuries.

Indicates that failure to comply with the notice may result in

minor or moderate personal injuries or equipment damage.

■ Safety Precautions
● Product illustrations in the user guide are sometimes shown without covers or
protective guards. Remember to install the covers or protective guards as
specified first, and then perform operations in accordance with the instructions.
● Product illustrations in this guide are for reference only. Actual products may vary.

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 Unpacking

● Do not install the equipment if you find any sign of damage, rust, or prior use on the
equipment or accessories.
● Do not install the equipment if you find any sign of water seepage or missing or damaged
components.
● Do not install the equipment if you find the packing list does not conform to the
equipment you received.

● Check whether the packing is intact and whether there is any sign of damage, water
seepage, dampness, and deformation.
● Unpack the package by following the unpacking sequence. Do not strike the package
violently.
● Check whether there is any sign of damage or rust on the surfaces of the equipment and
accessories.
● Check whether the package contents are consistent with the packing list.
Storage and transportation

● Handle the equipment with care during transportation and mind your steps to prevent
personal injuries or equipment damage.
● When carrying the equipment with bare hands, hold the equipment casing firmly with
care to prevent parts from falling. Failure to comply may result in personal injuries.
● Store and transport this product in strict accordance with the storage and transportation
requirements. Failure to comply may result in damage to the product.
● Do not store or transport the equipment in environments exposed to water splash, rain,
direct sunlight, strong electric field, strong magnetic field, and strong vibration.
● Avoid storing this product for more than three months. Long-term storage requires
stricter protection and necessary inspections.
● Pack the equipment strictly before transportation. Use a sealed box for long-distance
transportation.
● Never transport the equipment with other equipment or materials that may harm or
have negative impacts on this equipment.

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 Installation

● Installation must be carried out by the specialists who have received the necessary
electrical training and understood enough electrical knowledge. Ensure no
unprofessional person has access to the equipment.

● Read through the guide and safety instructions before installation.

● Do not install this equipment in places with strong electric or magnetic fields.
● Before installation, ensure that the installation position has sufficient mechanical
strength to support the weight of the device. Failure to comply will result in a mechanical
danger.
● To avoid electric shock, do not wear loose clothes or accessories.
● When this equipment is installed in a cabinet or final equipment, use a cooling device
(such as a fan or air conditioner) to cool the environment down to the required
temperature. Failure to comply may result in equipment over-temperature or a fire.
● Do not retrofit this equipment.
● Do not fiddle with the bolts used to fix equipment components or the bolts marked in
red.
● When this product is installed in a cabinet or terminal device, protection measures such
as a fireproof enclosure, an electrical enclosure, or a mechanical enclosure must be
provided. The IP rating must meet IEC standards and local laws and regulations.
● Before installing devices with strong electromagnetic interference, such as a transformer,
install a shielding device for the equipment to prevent malfunction.
● Install the equipment onto flame retardant materials, such as metal. Keep the equipment
away from combustible objects. Failure to comply will result in a fire.

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● During installation, use a piece of cloth or paper to cover the top of the product to
prevent metal chippings, oil, and water from entering into the product when drilling
holes. Failure to comply will cause product malfunctions. After installation, remove the
cloth or paper for effective ventilation and cooling.
● If the device running at a constant speed begins to run at variable speeds, resonance
may occur. In this case, install the vibration-proof rubber under the motor frame or use
the vibration suppression function to reduce resonance.
Wiring

● Only professionals are allowed to perform installation, wiring, maintenance, inspection

or parts replacement on the equipment.
● Before wiring, cut off all the power supplies of the equipment. Wait as specified on the
product warning sign before further operations because residual voltage exists after
power-off. Measure the DC voltage of the main circuit and make sure that it is below the
safety voltage. Failure to comply will result in an electric shock.
● Never perform wiring, remove the product cover, or contact the PCB at power-on. Failure
to comply will result in an electric shock.
● Check that the equipment is grounded properly. Failure to comply will result in an
electric shock.Separate grounding or single-point grounding, other than common
grounding, is recommended.

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● Do not connect the input power supply to the output end of the equipment. Failure to
comply can result in equipment damage or even a fire.
● When connecting a drive to the motor, make sure the phase sequence of the drive and
motor are consistent to prevent motor reverse rotation.
● Cables used for wiring must meet cross sectional area and shielding requirements. The
shield of the cable must be reliably grounded at one end.
● Ensure that all cables are connected correctly. Cable sheath is not damaged, and no
screw or washer is left inside the equipment. Otherwise, electric shock or equipment
damage may occur.

● During wiring, follow the proper electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedure and wear an
antistatic wrist strap. Failure to comply can result in damage to the equipment or
internal circuits.
● In wiring the control circuit, use shielded twisted pair cable and connect the shield to the
PE terminal. Otherwise, the equipment may not function properly.
Power-on

● Before power-on, check that the equipment is installed properly, the wiring is secure and
the motor can be restarted.
● Before power-on, check that the power supply meets equipment requirements to
prevent equipment damage or even a fire.
● After power-on, do not open the cabinet door or protective cover of the equipment. Do
not touch any wiring terminals, or remove any part of the equipment at power-on.
Failure to comply will result in an electric shock.

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● Perform a trial run after wiring and parameter setting to ensure that the equipment
operates safely. Failure to comply may result in personal injuries or equipment damage.
● Before power-on, ensure that the nominal voltage of the equipment is consistent with
the power supply voltage. Improper power supply voltage will cause a fire.
● Before power-on, ensure that there are no people around the equipment, motor and
other machines. Failure to comply will result in injuries or death.
Operation

● Only qualified professionals are allowed to run the equipment. Failure to comply can
result in injury or death.
● Do not touch any wiring terminals or remove any part of the equipment during
operation. Failure to comply will result in an electric shock.

● Do not touch the equipment enclosure, fan, or resistor to sense the temperature. Failure
to comply may result in burns.
● Prevent metal or other objects from falling into the device during operation. Failure to
comply may result in a fire or product damage.
Maintenance

● Only professionals are allowed to perform installation, wiring, maintenance, inspection

or parts replacement on the equipment.
● Do not perform maintenance on the equipment with power ON. Failure to comply can
result in the risk of electric shock.
● Before maintenance, cut off all power supplies of the device and wait for a period
specified on the warning label of the device.
● When a PM motor rotates, its terminals will produce induced voltage even if the motor is
powered off. Failure to comply will result in an electric shock.

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● Perform routine and periodic inspection and maintenance on the equipment according
to maintenance requirements and keep a maintenance record.
Repair

● Only professionals are allowed to perform installation, wiring, maintenance, inspection

or parts replacement on the equipment.
● Do not repair the equipment after power-on. Failure to comply can result in the risk of
electric shock.
● Before device inspection and repair, cut off all power supplies of the device and wait for a
period specified on the warning label of the device.

● Submit the repair request according to the warranty agreement.

● When the fuse is blown, the circuit breaker trips, or the earth leakage circuit breaker
(ELCB) trips, wait for a period specified on the warning label of the device before you
energize or operate the device. Failure to comply may result in personnel injuries or
damage to the device.
● When the device is faulty or damaged, require professionals to perform troubleshooting
and repair by following repair instructions and keep a repair record.
● Replace quick-wear parts of the equipment according to the replacement instructions.
● Do not operate damaged device. Failure to comply may result in personnel injuries or
death or greater damage to the device.
● After replacing the equipment, perform wiring inspection and parameter settings again.
Disposal

● Dispose of retired equipment in accordance with local regulations and standards. Failure
to comply may result in property damage, personal injuries, or even death.
● Recycle retired equipment by observing industry waste disposal standards to avoid
environmental pollution.

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■ Safety labels
To ensure safe operations, comply with safety signs on the device, and do not
damage or remove the safety labels. See the following table for descriptions of the
safety labels.

Safety Label Description

● Read through the safety instructions before operating the equipment.
Failure to comply may result in death, personal injuries, or equipment
damage.

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 1 Product Information
1.1 Model and Nameplate
■ Model

① Product series ③ Inputs/Outputs

Easy: Easy series programmable logic 08: 8 inputs
controller 08: 8 outputs

② Series No. ④ Output type

3: Without EtherCAT TN: SINK transistor
2: Two Ethernet interfaces
0: Model serial number

■ Nameplate

Model Description Code

Easy320-0808TN Easy300 series programmable 01440325

controller with 8 inputs and 8
outputs

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1.2 Components

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No. Terminal Terminal Assignment Indicator Description
Type Code color

① I/O ● Solid ON: Indicates the

indicator I/O status Yellow- input or output is active.
IN/OUT
display green ● OFF: Indicates the input or
output is inactive.
● Solid ON: Indicates that the
Yellow- power supply is normal.
PWR Power supply
green ● OFF: Indicates that the
power supply is abnormal.
● Solid ON: Indicates that the
Yellow- user program is running.
RUN Operation
green ● OFF: Indicates that the user
program has been stopped.
● OFF: Indicates no critical
Operation errors occur.
ERR Red
error ● Flashing: Indicates a
critical error has occurred.
Operation
● Solid ON: Indicates that the
② status
link has been established.
indicator
● Flashing: Indicates
EtherNET1 Yellow-
ETH1 communication is in
Link green
progress.
● OFF: Indicates that the link
is not established.
● Solid ON: Indicates that the
link has been established.
● Flashing: Indicates
EtherNET2 Yellow-
ETH2 communication is in
Link green
progress.
● OFF: Indicates that the link
is not established.
RUN/STOP Start/Stop
③ DIP switch control of the - -
master
Type-C Communica-
④ - -
interface tion with PC

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No. Terminal Terminal Assignment Indicator Description
Type Code color

⑤/- Extension EXP-A/EXP-B Function - For details of extension card

⑥ card slot extension options, see " Appendix:
Extension Card Options" on
page 38.

485+ RS485 - -
communica-
tion signal+

485- RS485 - -
⑦ RS485 communica-
tion signal-

GND RS485 - -
communica-
tion GND
+24V 24 VDC power - -
supply (+)
Power
⑧ supply 0V 24 VDC power - -
interface supply (-)

PE - -

– 8 inputs and - See details in "3.1 Layout of

⑨ I/O terminal
8 outputs Terminals" on page 29.

⑩/- Ethernet EtherNET1/ RJ45 - -

⑪ port EtherNET2 interface

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1.3 Product Specifications

1.3.1 General Specifications

Item Specifications

Program data 128 k-step user program

capacity 1 Mb user-defined variables, in which 128 kb variables are retentive at
power failure
About 150 k soft elements (Elements after No. 1000 are retentive at power
failure.)

Speed 20 k-step user program executed in 2 ms

reference
Bit operation 0.144 μs/reference

Word 0.338 μs/reference

transmission
Float 0.779 μs/reference
operation

Ethernet Supports Ethernet/IP, ModbusTCP, Socket, program download/upload,

and firmware upgrade.

EtherCAT -
communica-
tion
Serial Supports up to 3 channels (one channel in the main unit and two channels
communica- extended in the extension card).
tion
CAN Supports 1 master (firmware version 5.65.2.0 and later, software version
communica- AutoShop4.6.5.0 and later).
tion
● CANlink: Supports up to 63 slaves.
● CANopen Supports up to 30 slaves.

High-speed Single-phase: 8-channel 200 k

input

High-speed 5-axis 200 k, PWM pulse width modulation supported

output

Extension Supports up to 16 local extension modules.

module

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 Item Specifications

Extension Supports up to two extension cards.

card
Program LD, SFC, FB/FC function (LD) supported
language

Type-C Supports user program download/upload and firmware upgrade through

type-C or GE20–TF extension card.

IP rating IP20

Dimensions 53 mm x 100 mm x 80 mm
(W x H x D)

Weight About 184 g

1.3.2 Power Supply Specifications

Item Specifications

Rated voltage of terminal input power 24 VDC±10% (21.6 VDC to 26.4 VDC)
supply

Rated current of terminal input power 1 A (maximum value at 24 V)

supply

24 V input power supply protection Providing protection against short circuit

and reverse connection
Hot-plugging Not supported

1.3.3 Input Specifications

Item Specifications

Input type Digital input

Number of input channels 8

Input mode SINK/SOURCE

Input voltage class 24 VDC±10% (21.6 VDC to 26.4 VDC)

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 Item Specifications

Input current at input ON ＞ 4 mA

Input current at input OFF ＜ 2.5 mA

High-speed
input Hardware response time 2 us (RC time)
(X0–X7)
Max. input frequency 200 kHz

Input impedance 3.4 k

ON voltage ≥ 15 VDC

OFF voltage ≤ 5 VDC

● Low-speed: 2 ms to 1000 ms
Software filter time ● High speed: 2 μs to 1000 μs

Isolation mode Isolated by digital isolator chip

Common terminal mode 8-point/common terminal (The polarity +/- of

input power supply is changeable.)

Input action display The input indicator lights up (controlled by

software) when the input is in drive state.

1.3.4 Output Specifications

Item Specifications

Output type Transistor NPN

Number of output channels 8

Output voltage class 24 VDC±10% (21.6 VDC to 26.4 VDC)

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 Item Specifications

Output load 0.5 A/point; 2 A/8-point

(resistive load)

Output load 7.2 W/point; 24 W/8-point

(inductive load)

Output load 5 W/point, 18 W/8-point

High-speed (lamp load)
output Hardware < 1 us (OFF→ON); < 2 us (ON→OFF)
(Y0 to Y7) response time
ON/OFF

Load current Load current ≥ 12 mA when used with outputs greater

requirements than 10 kHz

Max. output 200 kHz for resistive load; 0.5 Hz for inductive load; 10 Hz
frequency for lamp load

Leakage current at OFF Less than 30 uA at 24 V

Max. residual voltage during Less than 0.5 VDC

ON
Isolation mode Digital isolator

Common terminal mode 8-point/common terminal (“-” of power supply)

Short circuit protection Providing protection against short circuit of each circuit
(The short circuit protection state can be cancelled through
a power cycle.)

External inductive load Connect a flywheel diode [1] when connecting the external
protection inductive load.

Output action display The output indicator lights up (controlled by software)

when the output is in drive state.

[1]： D: 1N4001 or similar diodes are shown in the following figure.

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 2 Mechanical Installation
2.1 Installation Environment
Take the operability, serviceability, and adaptability to environment into account
when installing the PLC.
Item Specification

Working Free from corrosive and flammable gas, as well as excessive conductive
environment dust
Altitude Up to 2000 m ( 80 kPa)

Pollution PD2
degree

Immunity 2 kW on power supply line (IEC 61000-4-4)

Overvoltage I
category

EMC immunity Zone B, IEC61131-2

level
Vibration IEC 60068-2-6, 5 Hz to 8.4 Hz, 3.5 mm, 8.4 Hz to 150 Hz, 1 g, 10 cycles in
resistance each of X, Y and Z directions

Shock IEC 60068-2-27 150 m/s2, 11 ms, 3 times in each of ±X, ±Y and ±Z
resistance directions, 18 times in total

Overcurrent 1.1 A fuse

protection
device
Storage ● Storage temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C
temperature ● Relative humidity: ＜ 90% RH (without condensation)
and humidity
range

Shipping ● Shipping temperature: -40 °C to +70 °C

temperature/ ● Relative humidity: ＜ 95% RH (without condensation)
humidity

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 Item Specification

Operating ● Operating temperature: -20 °C to +55 °C (horizontally), -20 °C to +45 °C

temperature/ (non-horizontally)
humidity ● Relative humidity: ＜ 95% RH (without condensation)
Note: Install a fan or air conditioner in the direction of the cooling
hole when the operating temperature is greater than the maximum
temperature.

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 Item Specification

Installation Installation position: The PLC can be installed in four directions as shown
position and in "2.2 Installation Position" on page 23.
limit Limit:
● When installed horizontally:
■

Input derating: The PLC can operate with full load at ambient
temperature of 45℃. Derate the number of ON input points to 75%
(lower than or equal to six ON input points) at ambient
temperature of 55℃. Derate the number of ON input points by
2.5% for every additional 1℃ above 45℃.

Output derating: The PLC can operate with full load (total current
of eight output points not exceeding 2 A) at ambient temperature
of 45℃. Derate the total output current of ON output points to 50%
(total current of eight output points not exceeding 1 A) at ambient
temperature of 55℃. Derate the total output current of ON output
points by 5% for every additional 1℃ above 45℃.

● When installed non-horizontally: The maximum number of input

channels connected cannot exceed six and the maximum output
current cannot exceed 1 A.
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2.2 Installation Position
This product can be installed in four positions (namely four installation directions):
horizontally, vertically, and top or bottom of the cabinet. It is recommended to install
the PLC horizontally. Different installation positions require different operating
temperatures and limits. For details, see "2.1 Installation Environment" on page 20.

■ Optimal installation position

It is recommended to install the PLC horizontally, with natural convection as the
cooling mode. To ensure normal heat dissipation and sufficient wiring space, reserve
minimum clearance surrounding the PLC, as shown below.

Note
Keep the PLC away from high-temperature heating sources (heater, transformer, large
resistor, etc.) by at least 100 mm.

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■ Other installation positions
The surrounding clearance required on other installation positions are the same as
the optimal one. Other installation positions are shown in the diagram below.

In case of vertical installation:

● Install the PLC below all I/O modules.

● Hold the cables with a cable duct to prevent the weight of cables being
applied to the lower end plate. Failure to comply may cause displacement of
the PLC from the DIN rail, leading to maloperation of the PLC.

2.3 Installation Precaution

● Before installing or removing the master and module, ensure that the master and
module are powered off.

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Do not connect/disconnect the module with power ON. This may lead to master
restart or user data loss or damage.

● Prevent the master, module enclosure, or terminals from dropping or suffering

from impact or shock.

2.4 Installation Dimensions

The installation dimensions (in mm) are shown in the figure below.

2.5 Installation Methods

The module is mounted onto a DIN rail that complies with IEC 60715 (width: 35 mm,
thickness: 1 mm). The dimensions (unit: mm) are shown below.

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When installed on a DIN rail other than the recommended one (especially the one
whose thickness is not 1.0 mm), the module will not fit in place as the mounting hook
does not work.

■ Installing the master

1. Align the module with the DIN rail and push the module in the direction indicated
by the arrow until you hear a clicking sound, as shown below.

2. Make sure the DIN rail mounting hook of the module is locked. The locked and
unlocked states of the mounting hook are shown below.

● If the mounting hook is pressed down, it is locked.

● If the mounting hook is lifted up, it is unlocked.
When the mounting look is unlocked, press it down to lock the module to the DIN
rail.

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Keep the mounting hook locked when the controller is not mounted on the rail. If the
mounting hook is kept unlocked for an extended period of time, it may malfunction.

■ Installing the module to the master

Install the extension module to the master through top and bottom rails, as shown
below.

Install an DIN rail end plate to both sides of the master or module. To mount the end
plate, hook the bottom of it to the bottom of the DIN rail, rotate the end plate to hook
the top of it to the top of the DIN rail, and then tighten the screw to lock the end plate
in place, as shown below.

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■ Removing the module
Pry the mounting hook upwards with a tool such as a straight screwdriver or similar,
and pull out the module forwardly. Then press down the top of the mounting hook.

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 3 Electrical Installation
3.1 Layout of Terminals

Signals on the left Terminals on the Terminals on the Terminals on the right
left right

X0 input 1A 1B Y0 output

X1 input 2A 2B Y1 output

X2 input 3A 3B Y2 output

X3 input 4A 4B Y3 output

X4 input 5A 5B Y4 output

X5 input 6A 6B Y5 output

X6 input 7A 7B Y6 output

X7 input 8A 8B Y7 output

Common terminal of 9A 9B Common terminal of

input output

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● Check the silk print on both sides of the terminal to prevent wrong cable
connection. Failure to comply may lead to short circuit, which can damage
the components.
● The total extended length of high-speed I/O interface extension cable must
be within 3 m.
● To prevent interference, route the I/O interface extension cable and the
power cable (high-voltage/high-current cables) through different and non-
parallel routes.

3.2 Wiring of Input Terminals

■ SINK input wiring

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■ SOURCE input wiring

3.3 Wiring of Output Terminals

Note
Connect a flywheel diode when connecting the external inductive load. Diodes can be
1N4001 or similar.

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 4 Communication Connection
4.1 Networking
This PLC can be connected to other sites, ERP, MES and other systems through
Ethernet interface, or communicate with PC and HMI through GE20-232/485 extension
card. With GE20-CAN-485 extension card and CAN bus communication, an all-in-one
network can be achieved in MD800, as shown below.

4.2 Cable Selection

The cable lug and cross sectional area of the cable listed in the following table are for
reference only.

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 Material Applicable cross sectional KST Suzhou Yuanli
name area
GB/mm2 AWG Model Crimping Model Crimping
tool tool
0.3 22 E0308 0308
0.5 20 E0508 0508
Tubular
0.75 18 E7508 KST2000L 7508 YAC-5
lug
1.0 18 E1008 1008
1.5 16 E1508 1508

If you use other types of tubular lug, crimp the lug to the twisted pair as shown below.

4.3 Cable Connection

■ RS485 communication
The RS485 communication port and power supply port share the same terminal
block, with RS485 communication port on the left and 24 V power supply port on the
right.

● Assignment

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 Description Terminals on the left Terminals on the Description
right

RS485 differential 485+ +24V 24 VDC power supply

pair (+) (+)

RS485 differential 485- 0V 24 VDC power supply

pair (-) (-)

Communication GND PE
grounding terminal
of RS485

● Communication specifications
Item Description

Number of channels supported Three channels at most (one built-in and

two extended in the extension card,
including RS232)

Hardware interface 2 x 3-pin terminal (shared with the power

supply)

Isolation mode Non-isolated

Termination resistor Without termination resistor, can be master
or slave
Number of slaves connected Up to 31 slaves (The length of each slave
branch must be shorter than 3 m.)

Communication baud rate 9600 bit/s, 19200 bit/s, 38400 bit/s, 57600
bit/s, and 115200 bit/s

Short circuit protection Providing protection against improper

connection of 24 V power supply

● Wiring
See "4.2 Cable Selection" on page 32 when selecting the communication cable,
Insert the communication cable into the communication port.

■ Ethernet communication
To improve communication reliability, use Cat 5e cables with injection molded and
iron shell as Ethernet cables.
● Connection: Insert the registered jack on the cable into the Ethernet port (RJ45
interface) until hearing a clicking sound.

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● Disconection: Pull out the connector by pressing the tail of the registered jack.

4.4 RS485 Communication Instructions

It is recommended to use a shielded twisted pair cable as the RS485 bus. Connect a
120 Ω termination resistor to both ends of the bus respectively to prevent signal
reflection. Connect the signal reference grounds of all nodes together. Up to 31 nodes
can be connected and the distance between nodes must be less than 3 m.
The RS485 bus topology is shown in the figure below.

120

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 5 Operation and Maintenance
5.1 Start and Stop
After programming the PLC, follow the steps below to start and stop it.
The PLC is programmed when it is in STOP state. To start PLC:
1. Set the system to RUN state.
Check that the RUN indicator is solid ON in yellow green.

2. To stop the PLC, set the system to STOP state. Alternatively, you can stop it in the
software tool of the host controller.

5.2 Programming of SD Card User Programs

1. Save the SD card programming file compiled by Autoshop to the directory
“PLCProgram” of the SD card (maximum capacity 32 GB, file formate FAT32).
2. Load the SD card onto the TF extension card and install the card to the PLC.

Install the TF extension card with power off.

3. Power on the PLC again and start programming the user programs in the SD card to
the PLC. The RUN indicator flashes at a frequency of 4 Hz during programming.
4. After programming is done, the RUN indicator flashes at a frequency of 1 Hz and
this PLC enters the STOP state. You can remove the SD card now.
If the ERR indicator flashes slowly, programming fails. Check that the model of the
programming file is consistent with the actual model and the login password of the
programming file is the same as that of the PLC. If the model and password are
both correct but the programming failure still occurs, contact Inovance for
technical support.

5. Power off and on again.

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5.3 SD Card Firmware Upgrade
1. Load the SD card (maximum capacity 32 GB, file format FAT32) to the TF extension
card and the PLC.

Install the TF extension card with power off.

2. Power on the PLC again.

The RUN and ERR indicators flash quickly for 3s, indicating that the firmware
upgrade begins. The RUN and ERR indicators remain solid ON, indicating that the
firmware is being upgraded. The RUN and ERR indicators flash slowly, indicating
that the firmware upgrade is done.

3. After firmware upgrade is done, power off the PLC and remove the SD card.
4. Power on the PLC again.

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 Appendix: Extension Card Options
Model Type Description Slot ID

GE20-4DI Digital input/ 4 inputs A/B 13

output 24 VDC input
Source/Sink

GE20-4DO-TN 4 transistor sink outputs A/B 5

24 VDC output

GE20- Analog input/ 2 analog inputs and 1 analog A/B 11

2AD1DA-I output output (current type)

GE20- 2 analog inputs and 1 analog A/B 3

2AD1DA-V output (voltage type)

GE20-CAN-485 Communication CAN and 485 communication A 15

extension (RJ45 interface)

GE20-232/485 RS232 or RS485 A/B 7

communication
GE20-232/ RS232 or RS485 B 14
485-RTC communication (with RTC)

GE20-TF Storage TF extension card B 1

extension
GE20-RTC Clock extension Clock extension card B 9

Note
The ID is "0" when there is no extension card.

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