Rockwell Automation 20-COMM-S RS-485 DF1 Adapter - Manual (Page 10)

1-2 Getting Started
The RS-485 DF1 adapter features the following:
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The adapter is mounted in and receives power from the PowerFlex
drive. Captive screws are used to secure and ground the adapter to
the drive.
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Switches let you set a node address and network data rate before
applying power to the PowerFlex drive. Alternatively, you can
disable the switches and use parameters to configure these features.
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A number of configuration tools can be used to configure the adapter
and connected drive. The tools include the PowerFlex HIM on the
drive, or drive-configuration software such as DriveExplorer (version
2.02 or higher) or DriveTools 2000 (version 1.01 or higher).
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Status indicators report the status of the drive communications,
adapter, and network. They are visible both when the cover is opened
and when it is closed.
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Allows DriveExplorer (version 2.02 or higher) to connect to a
PowerFlex drive with a 1203-SSS, and “route” out over RS-485 to
other PowerFlex drives.
• Allows an RS-485 DF1 Master device to access the PowerFlex drive:
– Logic Command/Reference
– Logic Status Feedback
– Datalinks A-D
– Explicit message support
• User defined fault actions determine how the adapter and PowerFlex
drive respond to communication disruptions on the network.
Features