Mitsubishi Troubleshooting
Cannot Connect to Machine
Problem: Connection test fails when adding machine.
Solutions:
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Verify IP Address
- Confirm IP address on machine control
- Check for typos in MachineMetrics
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Verify Port Number
- Port 683 is used for all Mitsubishi connections
- Check control network settings if connection fails
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Check Network Connectivity
- Ping machine from Edge device or computer
- Ensure machine and Edge are on same network/VLAN
- Check firewall rules
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Verify Machine Powered On
- Control must be powered on
- Ethernet communication must be enabled
No Data Appearing
Problem: Machine connects but no data displays in MachineMetrics.
Solutions:
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Check Adapter Settings
- Verify correct adapter type selected
- Review Data Collection tab
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Run a Program
- Some data only appears during operation
- Load and run a test program
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Check Control Settings
- Ensure external communication enabled
- Verify no security restrictions blocking data
Part Count Not Incrementing
Problem: Part count stays at zero or doesn't increment.
Solutions:
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Verify Part Count Method
- Go to Machine Settings → Data Rules
- Use Select Part Count Metric to choose the correct counter source
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Check M-Code Configuration
- Check if M-code is in program (if using M-code method)
- Ensure signal is configured (if using signal method)
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Run Complete Cycle
- Part count may only increment on M30 or program end
- Run a full cycle to test
Wrong Adapter Type Selected
Problem: Accidentally selected wrong adapter type.
Solution:
- Go to Machine Settings for that machine
- Click Data Collection tab
- Click Change Adapter or remove and re-add
- Select correct adapter (Mitsubishi M70 or Mitsubishi M700)
- Re-configure connection settings
- Test connection and save