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FX3S/FX3G/FX3GC/FX3U/FX3UC Series
Programming Manual - Basic & Applied Instruction Edition
2 Overview (Sequence Program)
2.1 Introduction of Convenient Functions
5. Three types of "interrupt" functions for receiving short-period pulses and priority processing
→ Refer to Chapter 36.
1) Input interrupt
*1
Signals from specific input relays are monitored. At the rising edge or falling edge of the monitored input, a
specified interrupt routine is executed with highest priority.
2) Timer interrupt
Specified interrupt routines are executed with highest priority at every specified time.
3) Counter interrupt
*1*2
Depending on the present value of a high-speed counter, a specified interrupt routine is executed with highest
priority.
*1. This function is supported only for DC input type.
*2. This function is supported only in FX
3U/FX3UC PLCs.
6. Pulse width/Pulse period measurement function
*3
The pulse width or pulse period of pulses input from input terminals (X000, X001, X003 and X004) of the main unit can
be measured in units of 10µs.
The pulse width/pulse period measurement function is available in a wide range of applications because the pulse
width or pulse period can be easily taken in accordance with the setting of special auxiliary relays.
The input signal delay time can be measured using two or more input terminals.
→ Refer to Section 36.8.
*3. This function is supported only in FX
3G/FX3GC PLCs.
2.1.2 Convenient functions for output processing
1. "I/O refresh" function for outputting the latest input information
The input terminal information of the PLC in the batch refresh method is input at one time by the input image memory
before operation in the step 0. The output information is output at one time when END instruction is executed.
I/O refresh instruction can get the latest input information and immediately output the operation result during sequence
operation.
→ Related instruction: Refresh REF (FNC 50)
2. "Pulse output" function for pulse train output control
→ Related instructions: Pulse Y Output PLSY (FNC 57) and
Acceleration/Deceleration Setup PLSR (FNC 59)
3. "Positioning" function for positioning control
→ Related instructions: DOG Search Zero Return DSZR (FNC150),
Interrupt Positioning DVIT (FNC151), ZRN (FNC156),
Variable Speed Pulse Output PLSV (FNC157),
Drive to Increment DRVI (FNC158) and
Drive to Absolute DRVA (FNC159)
2.1.3 Functions for supporting sequence control
1. "Constant scan" mode for making the operation cycle of the PLC constant
The operation cycle in the PLC adopting the cyclic operation method varies depending on the contents of the program
execution.
In the constant scan mode (M8039 and D8039), the operation cycle can be made constant. As a result, instructions
executed in synchronization with the operation can be processed in a constant cycle.
2. "All outputs disable" mode for turning OFF all output signals
When the special auxiliary relay M8034 is driven, the output latch memory is cleared. Accordingly, all output relays (Y)
turn OFF while the PLC is continuing its operation.
However, the status of output relays (Y) in each device image memory is not cleared. As a result, when devices are
monitored using a programming tool, they may be regarded as the ON status.
3. "Memory hold stop" function for holding the output status during the RUN mode even in the
STOP mode
When the special auxiliary relay M8033 is driven, the PLC stops and holds the output status during the RUN mode.