Rockwell Automation 2711P ControlNet Communications for PanelView Plus and PanelView Plus CE - Manual (Page 12)

Publication 2711P-UM003B-EN-P - March 2007
12 Install a ControlNet Communication Module
2711P-RN15C Communication Module for PanelView Plus 400/600 Terminals
Connect the Module to a
ControlNet Network After installing the ControlNet communication module on the
terminal, you can connect the module:
• Directly to a ControlNet network, which requires a tap
• To a device already connected to the ControlNet network
ATTENTION
Do not connect more than one ControlNet network
to the communication module. If you attempt to
connect a second network to the module, your
communication system will operate erratically.
Redundant
media BNC
connectors
Channel B
Channel A
LED B
Network Access Port (NAP)
RJ-45 connector for temporarily
connecting programming terminals to
devices on a ControlNet network LED A
WARNING
When used in a Class I, Division 2, hazardous
location, this equipment must be mounted in a
suitable enclosure with proper wiring that complies
with the governing electrical codes.
Do not connect or disconnect any communication
cable with power applied to this device or any
device on the network. An electrical arc could
cause an explosion in hazardous location
installations. Be sure that power is removed or the
area is nonhazardous before proceeding.