Rockwell Automation 1792-IB8XOB8PLP INSTL INSTR ARMORBLOCK LP 8/8 - Manual (Page 3)

ArmorBlock-LP 8 Input/8 Output Module 3
Publication 1792-5.8 – December 1997
Set the Node Address
Each ArmorBlock-LP comes with its internal program set for node
address 63 and a communication rate of 125K bps. To set the node
address and communication rate, you need the following:
•
host computer with DeviceNet Manager Software (or similar
configuration software tool)
•
1770-KFD RS-232 module (or similar interface)
•
suitable cables to connect the 1770-KFD to your module and to
connect the 1770-KFD to your host computer
Set up a system (as shown below) to communicate with your
ArmorBlock module to set the node address and communication rate to
meet your system requirements.
30195–M
Host computer with
DeviceNetManager
software
Power from 9V dc power supply adapter
1770-KFD
RS-232 module
Power Supply Open style connector
to sealed mini–connector
Mount the ArmorBlock Module
Mount the block module directly to the machine or device. Complete
mounting dimensions are shown below.