FPWIN GR PLC Programming Software
Ladder programming interface for Panasonic PLCs
- Easy field operations Not requiring the use of a mouse for data entry, search, writing, monitoring and timer changes, all carried out only from the keyboard.
- Allows standard operations in Windows Copy & Paste, etc.
- All FP series PLCs are supported The software is compatible with programs produced in Ver. 4 or Ver. 3 of NPST-GR.
- Easy programming with wizard functions
- Communication with OPC Server, CommX, GTWIN, PCWAY simultaneously through the same port.
Menu
Function instruction list
Classified by type, function instructions can be selected from the displayed list.(Simple help included.)
I/O comment edit
Successive I/O comments can be input for each device type. Data from Excel and other applications can be copied and pasted via the clipboard.
Status display
Displays information concerning PLC usage situation and settings, and detailed information when an error occurs.
Text compiler
This software is for importing and exporting programs created in text format to and from FPWIN GR. Programs created on the PLC of another company can be edited as text and then be transferred to the FP Series without difficulty.
Text command input
A ladder diagram is displayed as a mnemonic code is entered from the keyboard.
Extra tools
Data editor
This software for the PC is for reading and writing data stored in the memory of FP Series main unit or on an IC card. If a large data table is required in a PLC, the data can be created and edited on a PC and then dowmload to the PLC.
Modem connection
Communication via modem is easy with FP Series units in isolated locations.
Wizard function
A Wizard function included in FPWIN GR since versions 2.2 can automatically generate ladder programs by simply entering and selecting required items in the dedicated screen. It can be used to assist in positioning, PID instruction input, and FP-e screen display instruction input.
Personal preference settings
It is possible to switch among preference settings for FPWIN GR, Data Editor and Text Compiler that are set up for different individuals.
Part numbers
| Part Number | Description |
|---|---|
| FPWINGRF-EN2 Control FPWIN GR full version |
Supports all FP series PLC, includes English user manual |
| FPWINGRS-EN2 Control FPWIN GR small version |
Supports FPe/FP0/FP1/FPM/FP sigma/FP-X series, includes English user manual |
| AFC1520M-US9 | 3m GT series Programming Cable for GT01 / GT01R(5v/24v) / GT11 /GT21 / GT30 |
System requirements
| Item | Specifications |
|---|---|
| OS | Windows 95 (OSR2) / 98 / Me / NT (Ver.4.0 or later) / 2000 / XP / Vista |
| Available hard disk space | More than 40 MB |
| Recommended CPU | Pentium 100 MHz or better |
| Recommended system RAM | More than 64 MB (depends on OS) |
| Recommended display resolution | 1024*768 or more |
| Recommended color depth | High color (16 bits) or better |
| Applicable PLCs | All FP series |
