User`s guide

8. Simulator
8.4 Simulator Specifications and Restrictions
This section describes the simulator specification, its restrictions, and precautionary
statements.
8.4.1 EPSON RC+ 5.0 package
EPSON RC+ 5.0 has two packages:
- EPSON RC+ 5.0 : Standard package for developing the robot system
- EPSON RC+ 5.0 Trial : Trial package for limited use (program execution on PC)
* It cannot connect with an RC180 robot controller.
Program execution
on PC
Connection with
controller
Connection with controller
+ 3D display
EPSON RC+ 5.0
OK OK OK *1
EPSON RC+ 5.0 Trial
× *2
× ×
*1 Requires the configuration to enable the simulator functions in EPSON RC+ 5.0.
Refer to 8.3.5 Connection with RC170/180 controller for the detail information.
*2 Continuous execution time of program is limited.
8.4.2 Specifications and precautions for the 3D display
Available robots for 3D display
In the future, we will add more robots for 3D display. Call your EPSON Regional Sales
Manager for the latest information.
The duct of the G1 series and LS series is displayed roughly.
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NOTE
・ Check the dimensions in the manipulator manual.
・ The duct actually vibrates while the manipulator is moving, the simulator doesn’t
display the vibration. Check how the duct vibrates with your real manipulator.
The bellow for Cleanroom or Protection model is displayed roughly
・ Check the dimensions in the manipulator manual.
Available CAD data for 3D display
The following format is available for 3D display to show the robot hand and CAD object.
- VRML 2.0
Limits of reading: VRML2.0 prototype is not supported.
- STEP (AP203/AP214)
Limits of reading:
If Color is configured in Face, the specified Color is displayed.
- IGES
)
NOTE
The data file must be saved in the specified folder on the PC and not saved in EPSON RC+.
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