Rockwell Automation RECOMM-PBUS PROFIBUS Communications Module - Manual (Page 11)

Introduction 1-1
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Introduction
This manual provides information about the PROFIBUS
Communications module (RECOMM-PBUS) and using it with
SP600 drives. It is intended for qualified electrical personnel familiar
with installing, programming, and maintaining AC drives and
networks.
The PROFIBUS  module is an embedded communication option
for DPI

AC drives, such as the SP600

drive. The module is
mounted in the drive and receives its required power from the drive.
The module can be used with other products that implement DPI, a
peripheral communication interface. Refer to the documentation for
your product for specific information about how it works with the
module.
1.1 PROFIBUS Module Features
The PROFIBUS module features the following:
• Switches that enable you set a node address before applying
power to the drive. Alternatively, you can disable the switches and
use parameters to configure this feature.
• A number of configuration tools that can be used to configure the
module and connected drive. The tools include the LCD Operator
Interface Module (OIM) on the drive and VS Utilities
 software .
• Status indicators that report the status of the drive
communications, module, and network. They are visible both
when the cover is opened and when it is closed.
• I/O, including Logic Command/Reference and up to four pairs of
Datalinks, that may be configured for your application using a
parameter.
• Explicit messages that are supported using the Parameter
Protocol.
• User-defined fault actions that determine how the module and the
drive respond to communication disruptions on the network and
controllers in idle mode.