Rockwell Automation 2711E PanelBuilder 1400e Modbus Communications - Manual (Page 11)

Preface P–6
Publication 2711E-6.12 – November 1997
Before you begin, you should already have installed and know how
to operate this equipment and software:
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a personal computer with at least a 486, 25-MHz microprocessor
and at least 8 MB Random Access Memory (RAM) (16 MB
recommended), and SVGA monitor with 256 colors
(recommended). For users working with imported .dxf files, at
least 16 MB RAM is required.
If you want to resize graphic images in PanelBuilder, set your
display adapter to 65,536 colors.
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Microsoft Windows 3.1 operating system and above, or
Windows 95
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the family of programmable logic controllers you’ll be
monitoring and controlling
PanelView terminals have been tested and verified to work with the
following Modbus-capable devices:
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Quantum
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140 CPU 113 02
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Quantum 140 CPU 113 03
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Compact PC-A984-145
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Modicon 984X
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BM85 Bridge Multiplexer
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LD485A-MP line driver
The PanelView terminal is always a master device on the Modbus
network, never a slave.
If you have questions about PanelBuilder, please consult the manuals
or Help first. If you can’t find the answer, take advantage of our
Technical Support Fax Back system, available 24 hours a day, 7 days
a week at 1-216-646-5436, or browse through our technical support
document library at http://www.ab.com/mem/prodserv/services/
technotes/techmain.html on the World Wide Web.
Alternatively, contact:
Allen-Bradley
Technical Support
1 Allen Bradley Drive
Mayfield Heights, Ohio 44124-6118
or call 1-216-646-6800 or fax 1-216-646-6890 for technical support
between the hours of 8
AM and 5 PM (EST), Monday to Friday.
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