Specify your communication protocol for the PC (here we use Serial Port 1) and the PLC. To configure your connection, select the Online tab, then transfer/setup. In this example, we upload from an A2ASCPU, and so we create a project for that PLC.
You can do this from GX developer using the 'Create New Project' button. Create your PLC-Specific Project File.īefore you can upload from your PLC, you'll need to create a project file of the appropriate PLC series and type. If your computer does not have a serial port, you will need to use a USB to RS232 adapter to connect to your PC’s USB port.Ģ. This cable connects to the front, female port on your PLC and plugs directly into a serial port on your PC. MELSEC F-Series PLCs use an SC-09 RS232 to RS422 adapter cable, which can be purchased from many places, including on Amazon. Need to upload a project from a MELSEC F-series PLC? You're in luck! This tutorial explains how to upload the software on a MELSEC F-series PLC using GX Developer, the MELSOFT developing platform for this line of controllers.