Rockwell Automation 1203-GK5 DeviceNet Communications Module FRN 1.xxx-3.xxx - Manual (Page 39)

Chapter
4
Configuring a Scanner to Communicate
with the 1203-GK5 Module or 1336-GM5
Board
Chapter Objectives Chapter 4 provides instructions for configuring your scanner to
communicate with a product connected to either the 1203-GK5
module or 1336-GM5 board. This procedure makes the product an
active node on the DeviceNet network. In this chapter, you will read
about the following:
• DeviceNet Manager software.
• Equipment and software needed for the configuration.
• Configuring either a PLC or SLC scanner to communicate with
the adapter.
This chapter assumes you have experience using DeviceNet Manager
to configure a DeviceNet network.
About DeviceNet Manager DeviceNet Manager is a Windows application that lets you configure
DeviceNet networks. While viewing a graphical representation of the
network, you can manage, configure, and commission devices on the
DeviceNet network.
After installing and configuring the 1203-GK5 module or 1336-GM5
board, you can use DeviceNet Manager to configure the scanner to
recognize and communicate with it.
For more information on DeviceNet Manager, refer to the DeviceNet
Manager online help, or refer to http://www.software.rockwell.com,
and search for DeviceNet Manager.
About RSNetWorx for DeviceNet RSNetWorx for DeviceNet is a Windows application that lets you
configure DeviceNet networks. While viewing a graphical
representation of the network, you can manage, configure, and
commission devices on the DeviceNet network.
This manual presents instructions for using DeviceNet Manager. If
you are using RSNetWorx for DeviceNet, refer to its documentation.
Required Equipment and Software Before configuring the scanner, your computer must be:
• Running DeviceNet Manager.
• Connected to and communicating with the DeviceNet network
using a 1784-PCD card or a 1770-KFD adapter.