Rockwell Automation 2755-SNx Adaptascan Bar Code Readers - Manual (Page 271)

Chapter
14
Publication 2755-6.8
Communicating with a
2760ĆRB Module on a DHĆ485
Network
This application describes how to connect and configure an
AdaptaScan Bar Code Reader to the 2760-RB interface module via
DH485, using the 2760-SFC2 protocol cartridge.
The application includes cable diagrams and configuration
information for the AdaptaScan readers. It also includes a sample
PLC-5 program which is needed to establish communication from
the PLC-5 processor to the 2760-RB module.
The hardware items required for this application are:
•
2755-SN3, -SN5 or -SN8 AdaptaScan Bar Code Reader (v7.1
firmware or later)
•
2755-NB40 or -NB41 Wiring Base
•
2755-PW46 or -PW47 Power Supply
•
2755-NC43 or -NC48 Configuration Cable
•
2760-RB Interface Module
•
1771 chassis
•
PLC-5 processor
•
2760-SFC2 protocol cartridge
•
appropriate cables to program the PLC-5 and to configure the
2760-RB module and bar code reader.
•
Computer running Windows 3.1 (or later) or Windows 95
•
9-to-25 Pin Adapter (for computer with a 25-pin COM port)
The software requirements for this application are:
•
2755-ASN AdaptaScan Offline Programming Software
•
terminal emulation software to program the 2760-RB module
•
PLC-5 Programming Software
Publications you might want to refer to include:
Publication Description
2755-837 AdaptaScan Bar Code Readers User Manual
2755-838 AdaptaScan Software User Manual
2760-ND001 2760-RB Interface Module User Manual
2760-822 2760-SFC2 Protocol Cartridge User Manual
In addition, you may want to refer to the PLC-5 Hardware and
Software User Manuals.
Overview
Hardware Requirements
Software Requirements
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