Configuring the converter for rtu master mode – Rockwell Automation 1203-USB Converter User Manual

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Use with DriveExplorer Software

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PowerFlex 1203-USB Converter User Manual

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Configuring the Converter for RTU Master Mode

1. On the DriveExplorer 1203-USB Parameter List dialog box,

double-click converter Parameter 01 - [Adapter Cfg].

2. Set converter Parameter 01 - [Adapter Cfg] to a value of ‘3’ (RTU

Master).

3. Remove power from the drive to which the 1203-USB converter is

connected, which temporarily ends communication.

4. Electrically connect all drives to create the RTU Master network.

See

Network Wiring on page 3-8

for details.

Accessing Drives on the RTU Master (Serial Multi-drop) Network

Using DriveExplorer software enables you to monitor, configure, and
control any of the drives on the RTU Master (serial multi-drop) network.
You can also monitor and configure the 1203-USB converter.

1. Apply power to all of the drives on the RTU Master network.

2. In the DriveExplorer application window, choose Explore > Connect >

Serial to Network.

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