Rockwell Automation 1747-UIC Universal Serial Bus to DH-485 Interface Converter - Manual (Page 3)

Universal Serial Bus (USB) to DH-485 Interface Converter 3
Publication 1747-IN063C-EN-P - January 2006
Overview
The 1747-UIC allows you to connect devices that communicate using DH-485
protocol directly to a computer’s USB port, using either the 1747-UIC’s RS-232 or
RS-485 port and user-provided programming cables. Three LED indicators on the
1747-UIC provide communication status.
Computer and Operating System Requirements
The USB to DH-485 interface converter works with RSLinx version 2.41 or higher
and Windows98/2000/XP, on computers equipped with USB ports.
Install the Interface Converter
To install the interface converter:
1. Determine whether you will mount the interface converter. The interface
converter can be mounted on a DIN rail using the DIN rail mounting kit
(included).
2. Install the Ferrite Collar for EMC Compliance. See page 4.
3. Slide the switch (SW) on the interface converter to indicate the appropriate
port.
4. To ensure proper ground, make cable connections between the interface
converter and the DH-485 device or interface first.
See Connect DH-485 Devices to the Interface Converter’s RS-485 Port on
page 5 or Connect DH-485 Devices to the Interface Converter’s RS-232 Port
on page 6.
IMPORTANT
Do not connect more than one 1747-UIC interface
converter to a single computer.
RS485 (DH485)
RS232 (DH485)
SW
Mfg
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MADE IN INDIA
N223
RS485 (DH485)
RS232 (DH485)
SW
Mfg
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MADE IN INDIA
N223
Set for RS-232 Port Set for RS-485 Port