Rockwell Automation 1786-RPCD ControlNet Modular Repeater Dual Copper Module - Manual (Page 11)

ControlNet Dual Copper Repeater Module 11
Publication 1786-IN001B-EN-P - May 2004
5. Once you attach the modules to the DIN rail, slide the modules to the left to attach to
the repeater adapter or another repeater module.
6. Use DIN rail end anchors to secure the units together.
7. Connect terminators to unused channels as shown in Use Trunk Line Terminators on
page 12.
IMPORTANT
Because the 1786-RPCD repeater module is part of the modular family of
ControlNet repeaters, you must use the 1786-RPA repeater adapter to
supply power and coordinate the modules’ TX and RX function.
To ensure proper operation of the 1786-RPCD repeater module, you
must position the 1786-RPCD module to the left of any 1786-RPFRL or
1786-RPFRXL repeater modules in your configuration.
IMPORTANT
You can attach a maximum of four repeater modules (1786-RPCD) to a
repeater adapter (1786-RPA). If you exceed the repeater limit, you may
cause damage to the repeater adapter and repeaters. Four repeaters can
draw up to 1.6A @ 5V dc in power consumption. If you exceed this
power limit, you may cause damage to the repeater adapter and repeaters.
ATTENTION
Be certain that you secure the adapter and repeater modules together with
DIN rail end anchors. Failure to do so may result in loss of communication
and/or damage to modules.
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You must use a DIN rail end anchor on the
right side of the copper module if it is the
right-most module.