iiiUsing this ManualThe MP2300 is a compact Machine Controller that contains the power supply, the CPU, I/O, and the communicationfunctions in one single unit.Please read this manual to ensure correct usage of the MP2300 system. Keep this manual in a safe place for futurereference.Read this manual carefully to ensure the proper use of the MP2300. Also, keep this manual in a safe place so that it canbe referred to whenever necessary.■ Basic TermsUnless otherwise specified, the following definitions are used:■ Manual ConfigurationRead the chapters of this manual as required by the purpose.■ Graphic Symbols Used in this ManualThe graphic symbols used in this manual indicate the following type of information.■ Terms Used to Describe “Torque”Although the term "torque" is commonly used when describing rotary servomotors and "force" or "thrust" are usedwhen describing linear servomotors, this manual uses "torque" when describing both (excluding parameters).• MP2300: MP2300 Machine Controller• PC: Programmable Logic Controller• PP: Programming Panel• MPE720: The Programming Device Software or a Programming Device (i.e., a personal computer) running theProgramming Device SoftwareChapterSelectingModels andPeripheralDevicesStudyingSpecificationsand RatingsDesigningthe SystemInstallationand WiringTrialOperationMaintenanceandInspectionChapter 1Overview of the MP2300 √ √ − − − −Chapter 2Module Specifications √ √ − √ √ √Chapter 3Mounting and Connections √ √ √ √ √ √Chapter 4System Startup and SamplePrograms− − √ − √ −Chapter 5Outline of Motion ControlSystems− √ √ − − −Chapter 6Maintenance andInspection− − √ √ √ √ This symbol is used to indicate important information that should be memorized or minor precautions,such as precautions that will result in alarms if not heeded.