Connecting to an OMRON PLC
Omron & Sysmac Studio Remote Connection Guide
Hubbox Connect series devices provide secure and high-speed remote access to Omron industrial automation systems (NJ/NX Series, CP/CJ Series) worldwide. This guide explains step-by-step how to go online with your PLC via Sysmac Studio and CX-Programmer.
Sysmac Studio
Hubbox VPN
Tunnel
Tunnel
Omron PLC
(NJ / NX / CP)
(NJ / NX / CP)
NA / NB
HMI Panel
HMI Panel
Sysmac Studio Configuration Steps
- Start the Connection: Open the Hubbox Desktop Client and connect to your device. Ensure the VPN adapter has received an IP address.
- Communication Setup: Open your project in Sysmac Studio. Go to the "Controller" menu and select "Communications Setup".
- Select Connection Type: Set "Connection Type" to Ethernet connection via a hub.
- IP Address Entry: Manually enter your PLC's local IP address (e.g., 192.168.1.15) in the designated field. Avoid using "Direct Connection" for remote access.
- Test and Go Online: Click the "Test" button to verify the connection. If successful, use the "Online" button to establish the connection with the PLC.
Technical Tip: If you are using the "FINS" protocol on Omron PLCs, you may need to define the Hubbox virtual IP range in the FINS IP Address Table. However, for standard EtherNet/IP connections, setting the Hubbox local IP as the PLC's Gateway address is usually sufficient.
Supported Omron Software & Models
| Software Group | Supported Models | Connection Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sysmac Studio | NJ Series, NX Series, NY Series (IPC) | EtherNet/IP |
| CX-Programmer | CJ1, CJ2, CP1H, CP1L, CP1E, CS1 | FINS / TCP |
| NB Designer | NB Series HMI Panels | TCP/IP |
| CX-Designer | NS Series HMI Panels | Ethernet |
Common Issues and Solutions
A frequent issue with Omron connections is Sysmac Studio attempting to use the default physical network card. If you encounter a connection error, you can lower the interface metric of the Hubbox VPN adapter to give it priority.
Warning: When connecting via CX-Programmer, ensure the network type is set to "Ethernet" in "Work Online" mode and the correct Workstation Node number is defined in the Driver settings.
