Mounting Options
CPU
Robot Manipulator Control
Memory
Teaching Method
Digital I/O
Communication Interfaces
Power Source
Environment
Safety Standards
Safety Features
Dimensions (mm)
Weight
Programming Language
PC Requirements
Multitasking
Error Handling
Languages
Source Code Editor
Debugger
SPEL+ Language
RC90 Controller Specifications
Hardware Specifications
Desktop, Wall, Floor, Ceiling
32 bit Ultra Low Voltage Processor
Joint Control
Motion Type
Speed/ Accel/ Decel
64 MB Flash, 64MB DRAM, 128K SRAM (for backup variables)
Remote, Direct, MDI (Manual Data Input)
Standard I/O
Remote I/O
Ethernet
USB 1.1 or 2.0
Up to 4 joints simultaneous control (AC Servo)
CP (Continuous Path) motion, PTP (Point to Point) motion
Fully programmable
24 Inputs/ 16 Outputs (Optically Isolated)
8 Inputs/ 8 Outputs (may be configured as additional standard I/O)
10/100Base-T Ethernet - High speed connection to 1 or more
controllers via network
USB port 1 - Direct 1 to 1 high speed connection to 1 controller
USB port 2 - for USB memory
200-240 VAC Single Phase 50/60 Hz
Temperature
Humidity
Standards for Environment
CE Compliance, ANSI/RIA 15.06-1999
Emergency stop switch, Safety door input, Low power mode, Dynamic brake, Motor overload detection,
Encoder cable disconnection error detection, Irregular motor torque detection, Motor speed error detection,
Positioning overflow, Speed overflow, Servo error detection, CPU irregularity detection, Memory check-sum error detection,
Overheat detection at the Motor Driver Module, Relay welding detection, Over-voltage detection,
AC power supply voltage reduction detection, Temperature error detection, Fan error detection
5-40 deg C
20-80% (no condensation)
RoHS
380 (w) x 350 (d) x 169 (h)
7.5 kg
Software Specifications
Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7
850 MHz (or faster)
500MB (minimum)
SPEL+
Operating System
CPU Speed
Required HDD Space
up to 16 simultaneous tasks
Error History
User Errors
English, French, German, Japanese, Chinese
Color coded with auto syntax assist, code indent, and built-in EPSON SmartSenseTM technology
Source level debugger with single step, breakpoints, watch variables, and built-in EPSON SmartSenseTM technology
Powerful, easy to learn structured language with features such as: functions, parameter passing, variable types,
long variable names, event traps, error handling and much more
Automatic error logging
User defined errors and messages
RC+ Development Environment Project based development environment with advanced ease of use features such as:
(EPSON RC+ 5.0)
• Project Explorer for easy access to application files
• Point file spreadsheets for editing points
• Run Window for fast development
• Robot Manager for jogging, teaching points, and configuring robot parameters
• I/O Monitor and I/O Label Editor allow easy setup and viewing of I/O status
• Task Manager provides debugging/monitoring dialog for all actively running tasks
Easy to use controller as PLC slave through DeviceNet, Profibus, Remote I/O connection
LS-Series SCARA Robots
• Point and click configuration wizards
• Operator Window for easy production use
• Integrated help system is always just a click away
PLC Connection
Available Robots
• Expansion I/O (24 Inputs/ 16 Outputs) up to 2 boards
• RS232-C board (up to 8 ports available with 2 option boards)
• ECP Software Option (External Control Point motion)
• Fieldbus boards (DeviceNet, Profibus, CC-Link)
• VB Guide (Microsoft .Net Communication Module)
• Teach Pendant (TP2)
Options
EPSON Robots
18300 Central Avenue
Carson, CA 90746
Tel: +1 (562) 290-5910
Fax: +1 (562) 290-5999
EPSON reserves the right to make changes in specification at any time and without notice. The information furnished
in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no guarantees are made. For the latest information,
check our website at: www.epsonrobots.com. Windows, Windows XPTM, Windows VistaTM, Windows 7 and Microsoft
are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. EPSON RC+ and SPEL+ are trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
Rev: EPSONRC90A
E-mail: info@robots.epson.com
Web: epsonrobots.com
Low Cost and High Performance
• Outstanding Accel/Decel Rates
with Smooth Start/Stop Motion
• Industry Leading Ease of Use
with EPSON RC+ Software
• High Performance
Program Execution
• Controls EPSON LS-Series SCARA Robots
• Use as Standalone, PLC Slave or with PC
• PowerDrive Servo System Ensures Maximum Robot Performance
• High Installation Flexibility
• Fully Integrated Options including: Vision Guidance, .NET Connectivity,
DeviceNet, Profibus, Expansion I/O and more
The EPSON RC90 controller was created as the
reduced cost solution for factories looking for maximum
value without giving up performance. This powerful
control system comes standard with EPSON's new low
cost LS-Series SCARA robots opening up new realms
of opportunities for manufacturers searching for a
reduced cost automation solution by offering high
performance and exceptional
reliability users have
come to expect from EPSON but, at a lower cost.
The EPSON RC90 controller provides the ultimate
experience in ease of use and reliability at an incredibly
low price. In addition to all of these great features, the
RC90 controller also provides our industry leading
EPSON RC+ Controls software and lots of
fully
integrated options such as Vision Guidance, GUI
Builder,
.Net support, DeviceNet, Profibus, Labview
programmability and much more.
System Configuration
RC90 Controller
USB2.0
Teach Pendant
(TP2)
Programming Environment
EPSON RC+5.0
LS-Series
SCARA Robots
The Power of a True PLC Slave Controller
The RC90 controller combines tremendous power and
flexibility that allows it to be used for stand alone, PLC
Slave, and PC driven applications. The RC90 controller
is able to drive LS-Series SCARA robots with either a
PLC master controller or a push button interface panel.
All safety circuits and amplifiers are built into the overall
form factor of
the controller which provides a fully
integrated servo system.
RC90 Controller
Industry Leading Ease of Use
The RC90 controller comes with EPSON's industry leading RC+ 5.0
development software which provides powerful tools that are easy to use.
Features such as the integrated debugger, task manager, macros, smart
builds, integrated wizards, syntax assist, dry run and a whole host of setup
and configuration dialogs are all included to save robot workcell developers
time by simplifying many aspects of their development activities.
Vision Guide 5.0
Vision Guide leads the industry in ease of use for integrated Robot/Vision systems. With a point and click
interface, users are constantly amazed with how quickly they get their EPSON Robots running for vision guided
robotic applications. With powerful tools such as Geometric Search, Normalized Correlation, Image Analysis,
Polar Search, and of course Blob tools and much much more, Vision Guide is more than just another vision
system. It is an integrated package designed from the ground up to solve vision guided robotic applications.
VB Guide 5.0 (.Net Tools)
EPSON VB Guide has led the robot industry for years in connectivity using Microsoft standards. Starting with
DDE, OLE, Active X and now .NET connectivity, we are dedicated to providing solid tools for using Microsoft
Visual Basic, .NET, C/C++ or other .NET based solutions to run EPSON Robots. EPSON VB Guide 5.0
provides the power to create sophisticated user interfaces or to connect to 3rd party software/hardware
products to make the most out of your EPSON Robot system.
Teach Pendant TP2
The EPSON TP2 (Teach Pendant) allows for easy jogging of the robot and the teaching of points. It has
features to allow the editing and saving of point data, program editing, I/O and task monitoring, easy calibration
guidance, system history display and much more. It has a backlit liquid-crystal display and is a universal design
that allows for left or right handed use. The TP2 is fully IP54 compliant and comes with all UL and RIA safety
features such as E-Stop, 3 position deadman switch, single point of control, and slow speed control in Teach
Mode to name a few.
Expansion I/O Board
Each expansion I/O board provides 24 inputs and 16 outputs. The number of I/O that can be expanded per
RC90 controller is a maximum of 2 boards. When an expansion I/O board is installed, the EPSON RC+
controller software automatically identifies the expansion I/O. No software configuration is needed.
Fieldbus I/O (DeviceNet, Profibus and CC-Link)
The RC90 controller provides powerful fieldbus connectivity using the latest industrial standards. DeviceNet,
Profibus and CC-Link are all supported with single card solutions. Because of the open communication
standards, users can easily build the fieldbus solution of their choice using off the shelf devices.
RS-232C – Communication Board
The RS-232C option provides a mechanism to communicate with external RS232 devices such as other
controllers, scales, or many other devices. A maximum of 2 boards can be installed into an RC90 controller.
With 4 ports per expansion board, a maximum of 8 RS-232C ports are available. When the RS-232C board
is installed, the EPSON RC+ controller software automatically identifies the RS-232C board. No software
configuration is needed.
External Control Point (ECP) Motion
ECP is a powerful motion profile function that allows datums external to the robot’s coordinate system to
influence robot motion paths. For example…externally mounting a fixed process dispense unit and allowing
the robot to hold a part and maintain path and velocity for the part relative to the fixed dispensing point.
Mounting Options
CPU
Robot Manipulator Control
Memory
Teaching Method
Digital I/O
Communication Interfaces
Power Source
Environment
Safety Standards
Safety Features
Dimensions (mm)
Weight
Programming Language
PC Requirements
Multitasking
Error Handling
Languages
Source Code Editor
Debugger
SPEL+ Language
RC90 Controller Specifications
Hardware Specifications
Desktop, Wall, Floor, Ceiling
32 bit Ultra Low Voltage Processor
Joint Control
Motion Type
Speed/ Accel/ Decel
64 MB Flash, 64MB DRAM, 128K SRAM (for backup variables)
Remote, Direct, MDI (Manual Data Input)
Standard I/O
Remote I/O
Ethernet
USB 1.1 or 2.0
Up to 4 joints simultaneous control (AC Servo)
CP (Continuous Path) motion, PTP (Point to Point) motion
Fully programmable
24 Inputs/ 16 Outputs (Optically Isolated)
8 Inputs/ 8 Outputs (may be configured as additional standard I/O)
10/100Base-T Ethernet - High speed connection to 1 or more
controllers via network
USB port 1 - Direct 1 to 1 high speed connection to 1 controller
USB port 2 - for USB memory
200-240 VAC Single Phase 50/60 Hz
Temperature
Humidity
Standards for Environment
CE Compliance, ANSI/RIA 15.06-1999
Emergency stop switch, Safety door input, Low power mode, Dynamic brake, Motor overload detection,
Encoder cable disconnection error detection, Irregular motor torque detection, Motor speed error detection,
Positioning overflow, Speed overflow, Servo error detection, CPU irregularity detection, Memory check-sum error detection,
Overheat detection at the Motor Driver Module, Relay welding detection, Over-voltage detection,
AC power supply voltage reduction detection, Temperature error detection, Fan error detection
5-40 deg C
20-80% (no condensation)
RoHS
380 (w) x 350 (d) x 169 (h)
7.5 kg
Software Specifications
Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7
850 MHz (or faster)
500MB (minimum)
SPEL+
Operating System
CPU Speed
Required HDD Space
up to 16 simultaneous tasks
Error History
User Errors
English, French, German, Japanese, Chinese
Color coded with auto syntax assist, code indent, and built-in EPSON SmartSenseTM technology
Source level debugger with single step, breakpoints, watch variables, and built-in EPSON SmartSenseTM technology
Powerful, easy to learn structured language with features such as: functions, parameter passing, variable types,
long variable names, event traps, error handling and much more
Automatic error logging
User defined errors and messages
RC+ Development Environment Project based development environment with advanced ease of use features such as:
(EPSON RC+ 5.0)
• Project Explorer for easy access to application files
• Point file spreadsheets for editing points
• Run Window for fast development
• Robot Manager for jogging, teaching points, and configuring robot parameters
• I/O Monitor and I/O Label Editor allow easy setup and viewing of I/O status
• Task Manager provides debugging/monitoring dialog for all actively running tasks
Easy to use controller as PLC slave through DeviceNet, Profibus, Remote I/O connection
LS-Series SCARA Robots
• Point and click configuration wizards
• Operator Window for easy production use
• Integrated help system is always just a click away
PLC Connection
Available Robots
• Expansion I/O (24 Inputs/ 16 Outputs) up to 2 boards
• RS232-C board (up to 8 ports available with 2 option boards)
• ECP Software Option (External Control Point motion)
• Fieldbus boards (DeviceNet, Profibus, CC-Link)
• VB Guide (Microsoft .Net Communication Module)
• Teach Pendant (TP2)
Options
EPSON Robots
18300 Central Avenue
Carson, CA 90746
Tel: +1 (562) 290-5910
Fax: +1 (562) 290-5999
EPSON reserves the right to make changes in specification at any time and without notice. The information furnished
in this document is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, no guarantees are made. For the latest information,
check our website at: www.epsonrobots.com. Windows, Windows XPTM, Windows VistaTM, Windows 7 and Microsoft
are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. EPSON RC+ and SPEL+ are trademarks of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
Rev: EPSONRC90A
E-mail: info@robots.epson.com
Web: epsonrobots.com
Low Cost and High Performance
• Outstanding Accel/Decel Rates
with Smooth Start/Stop Motion
• Industry Leading Ease of Use
with EPSON RC+ Software
• High Performance
Program Execution
• Controls EPSON LS-Series SCARA Robots
• Use as Standalone, PLC Slave or with PC
• PowerDrive Servo System Ensures Maximum Robot Performance
• High Installation Flexibility
• Fully Integrated Options including: Vision Guidance, .NET Connectivity,
DeviceNet, Profibus, Expansion I/O and more
The EPSON RC90 controller was created as the
reduced cost solution for factories looking for maximum
value without giving up performance. This powerful
control system comes standard with EPSON's new low
cost LS-Series SCARA robots opening up new realms
of opportunities for manufacturers searching for a
reduced cost automation solution by offering high
performance and exceptional
reliability users have
come to expect from EPSON but, at a lower cost.
The EPSON RC90 controller provides the ultimate
experience in ease of use and reliability at an incredibly
low price. In addition to all of these great features, the
RC90 controller also provides our industry leading
EPSON RC+ Controls software and lots of
fully
integrated options such as Vision Guidance, GUI
Builder,
.Net support, DeviceNet, Profibus, Labview
programmability and much more.