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Renesas RX72M networking solutions, which reduce the development time when using RX72M for slave equipment for industrial networks, are available for motor drives at robot terminals, small programable logic controllers (PLCs) and remote I/O, etc.

The solution consists of an RX72M-based evaluation board along with sample software for the OS, middleware and industrial network communication protocols supporting about 70% of the major industrial network communication protocols in the market, which strengthens our competitiveness in the development of our customers' products.

Please be sure to try out the performance and functionality of this solution.

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TS-RX72M-COM: テセラ・テクノロジー社

TS-RX72M-COM: TESSERA TECHNOLOGY INC.

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RX72M Motor + EtherCAT Solution

RX72M Single-Chip Motor Control via EtherCAT Communications

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RX72M CPU Card with RDC-IC

Key Features

  1. You can try using industrial network communication immediately with the sample program and evaluation board.
  2. It has been tested for conformance with the three major protocols (EtherCAT, PROFINET RT and EtherNet/IP).
  3. We work with proven partners preparing major industrial network protocols in addition to EtherCAT.
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Detail

The following are provided for RX72M industrial network solutions:

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  • Fieldbus communication: PROFIBUS DP, Modbus RTU/ASCII, CAN open, DeviceNet 
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Application Note PDF 2.27 MB 日本語
This application note describes a sample program of a slave device applied to semiconductor manufacturing equipment in EtherCAT® communication, which is one of the industrial Ethernet communication protocols. This application note mainly describes the firmware update function (ETG.5003.2) using the File Access over EtherCAT (FoE) protocol.
Manual - Hardware PDF 3.22 MB 日本語
This reference guide introduces a demo system for a 2-axis robot arm using 2-phase stepper motors with resolvers, built around Renesas microcontrollers (RX24T, RX72M) and resolver ICs (RAA3064002GFP/RAA3064003GFP). It covers hardware setup, software features, tuning procedures, and safety precautions.
Application Note PDF 1.41 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The RX72M Communication Board facilitates EtherCAT communication for industrial network evaluation using the RX72M microcontroller. It operates at 240 MHz with 4 MB code flash and supports multiple boot modes. The board connects via Ethernet and JTAG, powered by DC 5 V through a DC jack or USB. Development requires CCRX compiler, e2Studio IDE, and EtherCAT Slave Stack Code. The manual details setup, programming, debugging, and integration with TwinCAT software for real-time control and network scanning.
Application Note PDF 1.63 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: Modbus communication on the RX72M communication board supports Ethernet-based Modbus TCP, RS-485 serial Modbus RTU, and Modbus ASCII protocols. It enables development of Modbus RTU/ASCII master and slave, Modbus TCP server, and gateway applications. The stack supports nine key Modbus function codes for reading and writing coils and registers. The environment requires RX72M board with RXv3 CPU at 240 MHz, 3.3 V operation, and e2Studio IDE with CC-RX compiler. Sample programs and setup procedures facilitate quick evaluation and implementation of Modbus communication.
Application Note PDF 2.23 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: EtherCAT slave stack code for the Renesas RX72M platform enables Ethernet over EtherCAT (EoE) functionality, supporting real-time control and communication for automation systems. The stack includes features such as EtherCAT State Machine, mailbox protocols like CoE, synchronization modes, and the M3S-T4-Tiny Ethernet over EtherCAT profile. The software structure integrates EtherCAT slave and TCP/IP sample parts, with EoE encapsulating Ethernet frames for seamless communication. The TCP/IP sample acts as an echo server, while the EtherCAT sample manages I/O control via LEDs and DIP switches on the RSK board. Setup involves configuring communication, RSK, and CPU boards, generating slave stack code, and using TwinCAT3 for testing and evaluation.
Application Note PDF 940 KB 日本語
Application Note PDF 2.55 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The sample program enables vector control of a resolver-equipped stepping motor using EtherCAT communications on RX72M devices. It integrates the EtherCAT Slave Stack Code (SSC) from Beckhoff to facilitate industrial Ethernet communication. The program runs on an RX72M CPU card combined with an inverter board, supporting motor control via EtherCAT with compliance to the CiA402 drive profile. It requires modification when ported to other microcontrollers and extensive testing. The development environment includes Renesas e2 studio and TwinCAT 3 software. The package includes projects with added API functions for motor control and EtherCAT communication, converting position and velocity units to CiA402 standards.
Application Note PDF 1.40 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: EtherCAT communication setup for the RX72M CPU Card enables industrial network evaluation using a 240MHz RX CPU with 4MB flash and 512KB RAM. The guide covers hardware setup, including jumper settings and power supply via USB, and connection of communication boards with Ethernet and USB cables. It details software installation of e2studio and CC-RX compiler, importing EtherCAT slave stack code, and integration with TwinCAT for network scanning and I/O operation. The environment requires specific tools like SSC Tool, Beckhoff TwinCAT 3, and Renesas E2 On-Board emulator to facilitate programming and debugging.
Application Note PDF 2.79 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The sample program implements encoder vector control for permanent magnet synchronous motors (PMSM) using the RX72M microcontroller with EtherCAT communications. It integrates the EtherCAT Slave Stack Code (SSC) from Beckhoff to enable industrial Ethernet communication. The program runs on an RX72M CPU card combined with an inverter board and supports motor control compliant with the CiA402 drive profile. The development environment includes Renesas e2 studio and C compiler, with hardware such as the BLY171D BLDC motor and AMT102-V encoder. The program modifies existing motor control and EtherCAT projects to add EtherCAT-based motor control APIs and CiA402-compliant objects.
Application Note PDF 1.28 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The guide explains how to run CC-Link IE TSN Class A communication on the RX72M CPU Card for industrial network evaluation. It covers the use of an evaluation version of the CC-Link IE TSN Class A stack from Sherpa Inc., detailing its transfer protocol and security policy. The document outlines the operating environment, including hardware specifications like CPU frequency, memory capacity, and communication protocols. It provides step-by-step instructions for setting up the evaluation board, selecting power sources, installing the e2 studio development environment and CC-RX compiler, importing sample projects, and programming/debugging. Functional restrictions of the evaluation stack, such as a 90-minute runtime limit, are also noted.
Application Note PDF 1.35 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The document explains how to operate CC-Link IE TSN Class A communication on the RX72M CPU Card for industrial network evaluation. It details the use of an evaluation version of the CC-Link IE TSN Class A stack, which supports version 2.0 of the transfer protocol but has a 90-minute runtime limit and no security policy. The guide covers the operating environment, hardware setup including flash programming and power supply, installation of the e2 studio IDE with the CC-RX compiler, and steps for importing, programming, and debugging sample projects. It also includes instructions for verifying operation using GX-Works3 and configuring communication connections.
Application Note PDF 267 KB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The RX72M industrial network protocol stack sample program package integrates multiple protocol stacks including EtherCAT, OPC UA, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET RT, and CC-Link IE TSN ClassA. It enables immediate development of user application layers on the RX72M CPU card, operating at 240 MHz with 4 MB code flash and 512 KB RAM. The package includes structured folders with individual zip files for each protocol stack sample program, facilitating industrial Ethernet and fieldbus communications.
Application Note PDF 324 KB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The RX72M communications board sample program package provides industrial network protocol stack software and a common API library for multiple protocols including EtherCAT, OPC UA, Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, PROFINET RT, CANopen, DeviceNet, and PROFIBUS DP. It supports development on the RX72M board with a 240 MHz RX CPU, 4 MB flash, and 512 KB RAM, running under e2 studio with CC-RX compiler. The package includes structured folders containing sample programs, hardware manuals, and API libraries, enabling immediate user application development for industrial Ethernet and fieldbus networks.
Application Note PDF 4.16 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: EtherNet/IP communication with the RX72M communications board enables industrial network evaluation using a real-time OS μC3 and TCP/IP stack μNet 3. The sample program utilizes an evaluation version of the EtherNet/IP stack from JSL Technology, restricted to evaluation use only. The document details the operating environment, supported CIP objects such as Identity, Message Router, Assembly, Connection Manager, TCP/IP Interface, and Ethernet Link, and provides setup instructions for the evaluation board, development tools, and debugging methods. It also guides on network configuration and connection verification using CODESYS.
Application Note PDF 4.03 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: EtherNet/IP communication setup with the RX72M CPU Card enables industrial network evaluation using E-Force's real-time OS μC3 and TCP/IP stack μNet 3. The sample program utilizes an evaluation version of the EtherNet/IP stack by JSL Technology Co., Ltd., which restricts use to evaluation only. The document details supported CIP objects, operating environment specifications including CPU clock, memory, and communication protocols, and guides users through environment setup, software installation, and connection configuration with CODESYS. It covers key CIP objects like Identity, Message Router, Assembly, Connection Manager, TCP/IP Interface, and Ethernet Link, ensuring compatibility with CIP Networks Library standards.
Application Note PDF 2.68 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: Modbus protocol stack supports Ethernet-based Modbus TCP, RS-485 serial Modbus RTU, and Modbus ASCII protocols on RX72M. It enables development of Modbus TCP server, gateway, RTU master/slave, and ASCII master/slave applications. The stack supports nine key Modbus function codes including reading and writing coils and registers. It runs on e-Force's μC3 real-time OS and μNet3 TCP/IP stack. The document details hardware setup, software installation, sample applications, API usage, communication testing, and system configuration for Modbus communication on RX72M.
Application Note PDF 1.90 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The document explains how to run OPC UA Server communications on the RX72M CPU Card using an evaluation version of the OPC UA stack compliant with Release 1.03 specifications and UA-Binary transfer protocol without security policies. It details the operating environment requirements, including hardware specifications and development tools like e2 studio and CC-RX compiler. Setup instructions cover CPU Card jumper settings, power supply via USB, and software installation steps. The evaluation stack has a 90-minute runtime limit and is restricted to non-commercial use. The document guides users through sample project import, programming, debugging, and OPC UA client setup for industrial network evaluation.
Application Note PDF 2.52 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The RX72M CPU Card enables PROFINET communication for industrial network evaluation using E-Force's real-time OS μC3 and TCP/IP stack μNet 3. It supports the RX72M Group with a 240 MHz RX CPU, 4 MB code flash, and PROFINET stack version 5.6.0.0. The sample program uses an evaluation PROFINET stack from JSL Technology with functional restrictions and is intended for evaluation only. The document covers operating environment setup, CPU card configuration, power supply, installation of development tools, evaluation environment construction, and sample project operation including IP and MAC address settings and CODESYS integration.
Flyer PDF 205 KB 日本語
Flyer PDF 185 KB 日本語
Flyer PDF 324 KB 日本語
Application Note PDF 3.52 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: PROFINET communication setup with the RX72M communications board enables industrial network evaluation using a real-time OS μC3 and TCP/IP stack μNet 3. The sample program employs an evaluation version of the PROFINET stack by JSL Technology, restricted to non-product integration use. The RX72M board operates at 240 MHz with 4 MB code flash and supports PROFINET version 5.4.3.0. The environment requires e2Studio IDE and CC-RX compiler. Setup involves configuring jumpers, power supply selection (5 V DC or USB), and JTAG mode settings. The sample program folder includes libraries, source code, and PROFINET stack configuration data.
Application Note PDF 6.93 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The RX72M enables single-chip motor control of a permanent magnet synchronous motor (PMSM) using EtherCAT communications. It integrates an encoder vector control function and interfaces with the EtherCAT Slave Stack Code (SSC) from Beckhoff for industrial Ethernet communication. The sample program runs on RX72M CPU cards combined with a 24-V system inverter board. It supports motor control conforming to the CiA402 drive profile and includes API functions for motor operation via EtherCAT. The development environment supports Renesas e2 studio, IAR Embedded Workbench, and GCC compilers. The document details hardware and software configurations, motor control parameters, API functions, and integration with TwinCAT and CODESYS PLC software.
Application Note PDF 822 KB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The guide explains how to run CANopen communications on the RX72M communications board using an evaluation version of the CANopen stack from M2M craft Co., Ltd. It details the operating environment, including hardware specifications such as the RX72M CPU running at 240 MHz, memory capacities, and supported development tools like e2 studio and CC-RX compiler. The document covers board setup, jumper configurations, power supply options, and connection details for the CAN interface. It also provides instructions for importing sample projects, programming, debugging, and verifying CANopen slave node operations with node ID configurations.
Application Note PDF 1.03 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The document explains how to run DeviceNet communications on the RX72M communications board using an evaluation version of the DeviceNet stack from M2M craft Co., Ltd. It details the supported communication protocols, transfer rates, and MAC ID range. The evaluation stack has functional limitations such as fixed communication services, limited object dictionary entries, and a 60-minute runtime limit. The setup process includes board configuration, power source selection, software installation, and debugging using e2 studio and the CC-RX compiler. It also covers hardware connections and verification of sample program operation.
Application Note PDF 693 KB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The guide explains how to run PROFIBUS communications on the RX72M communications board using an evaluation version of the PROFIBUS DP Master Class 1 stack by M2M craft Co., Ltd. It supports multiple baud rates from 9600bps to 1.5Mbps and is limited to communication with one slave and fixed 8-byte I/O data size. The document details the operating environment, board setup including jumper and power source configuration, software installation with e2 studio and CC-RX compiler, and steps for programming and debugging. It also covers verifying operation and connection configurations for industrial network evaluation.
Application Note PDF 785 KB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The startup manual guides running CANopen communications on the RX72M communications board, focusing on the CANopen master protocol compliant with CiA 301 v4.2. It covers the evaluation environment, including hardware specifications such as the RX72M CPU running at 240 MHz, memory capacities, and required software tools like e2 studio and the CC-RX compiler. The manual details board setup, jumper configurations, power supply options, and connection interfaces. It also explains importing sample projects, programming, debugging, and verifying CANopen master operations using an evaluation version of the CANopen stack with functional limitations for testing purposes.
Application Note PDF 1.55 MB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: The document explains how to run OPC UA Server communications on the RX72M communications board using an evaluation version of an OPC UA stack compliant with Release 1.03 specifications. It details the operating environment, including hardware and software requirements, and guides users through setting up the board, selecting power sources, installing development tools, and importing sample projects. The evaluation stack has a 90-minute runtime limit and lacks security policies. The manual also covers connection configurations, debugging, and OPC UA client setup procedures.
Application Note PDF 881 KB 日本語
AI-generated Summary: PROFIBUS communications run on the RX72M communications board using an evaluation version of the PROFIBUS-DP V1 Slave stack from JSL Technology. The stack supports multiple baud rates up to 12 Mbps and fixed IO data size of 8 bytes. The evaluation version limits station number to 32 and stops after 60 minutes, requiring a reset to restart. The RX72M board operates at 240 MHz with 4 MB flash and 512 KB RAM, using e2 studio and CC-RX compiler for development. Setup includes jumper configuration, power supply selection (5 V DC or USB), and RS-485 interface connections. The document guides through installation, programming, debugging, and evaluation procedures for industrial network communication.
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Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.43],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.07]
Log in to Download ZIP 8.22 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Protocol IDE: e2 studio
This application note describes a sample program of a slave device applied to semiconductor manufacturing equipment in EtherCAT® communication, which is one of the industrial Ethernet communication protocols. This application note mainly describes the firmware update function (ETG.5003.2) using the File Access over EtherCAT (FoE) protocol.
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.43],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.07]
Log in to Download ZIP 7.43 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.43],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.06]
Log in to Download ZIP 13.79 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code ZIP 6.75 MB
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.05]
Log in to Download ZIP 3.31 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Protocol IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.05]
Log in to Download ZIP 5.78 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.05]
Log in to Download ZIP 4.80 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.05]
Log in to Download ZIP 8.03 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 33.87 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 34.10 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.37],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 66.26 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.37],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 85.97 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 7.27 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 7.00 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 5.50 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 4.47 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 9.87 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 8.24 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
Log in to Download ZIP 22.06 MB 日本語 Compiler: CC-RL Function: Application Example IDE: e2 studio
This sample code is sample software for tuning and GUI-based demo operation of a 2-axis robot arm system. The system consists of RX72M-based robot arm trajectory control software and RX24T-based motor control software.
Sample Code
Log in to Download ZIP 29.36 MB Compiler: CC-RX IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 1.99 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 1.91 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 2.22 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 1.87 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 4.28 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
Sample Code
[Software=RX Driver Package|V1.41],[Toolchains=CC-RX|V3.01]
Log in to Download ZIP 1.95 MB 日本語
Application: Consumer Electronics, Industrial
Compiler: CC-RX Function: Application Example, Evaluation Kit, Protocol, Software Package IDE: e2 studio
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