Rockwell Automation 1784-KTCX15 INSTL INSTR CONTROLNET COMM. - Manual (Page 2)

2 ControlNet Communication Interface Card
Publication 1784-5.33 – September 1997
If you are connecting the card directly to a ControlNet network, you also need to
read:
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ControlNet Tap Installation Instructions, publication 1786-5.7
•
ControlNet Cable Planning and Installation Manual, publication 1786-6.2.1
Important User Information
Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those responsible
for the application and use of this control equipment must satisfy themselves that all necessary
steps have been taken to assure that each application and use meets all performance and
safety requirements, including any applicable laws, regulations, codes and standards.
The illustrations, charts, sample programs and layout examples shown in this guide are intended
solely for purposes of example. Since there are many variables and requirements associated with
any particular installation, Allen-Bradley does not assume responsibility or liability (to include
intellectual property liability) for actual use based upon the examples shown in this publication.
Allen-Bradley publication SGI-1.1, Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation, and Maintenance
of Solid State Control (available from your local Allen-Bradley office), describes some important
differences between solid-state equipment and electromechanical devices that should be taken into
consideration when applying products such as those described in this publication.
Reproduction of the contents of this copyrighted publication, in whole or in part, without written
permission of Allen-Bradley Company, Inc., is prohibited.
Throughout this document we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations:
Attention statements help you to:
ATTENTION: Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead to
personal injury or death, property damage or economic loss.
Important: Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding
of the product.
S identify a hazard
S
avoid the hazard
S
recognize the consequences
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Introducing the 1784-KTCX15 Communication Interface Card
The KTCX15 Communication Interface card lets a 16-bit ISA- or 32-bit EISA-
compatible computer communicate directly with other ControlNet products.