Rockwell Automation RECOMM-DNET DeviceNet Adapter for use with DPI AC Drives - Manual (Page 11)

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Introduction
This manual provides information about the DeviceNet adapter
(RECOMM-DNET) and using it with SP600 drives. The adapter is
mounted in the SP600 drive and receives its required power from
the drive and from the DeviceNet network.
The DeviceNet adapter can be used with other products that
implement DPI. DPI is a peripheral communication interface. Refer
to the documentation for your product for specific information about
how it works with the adapter.
This manual is intended for qualified electrical personnel familiar
with installing, programming, and maintaining AC drives and
DeviceNet networks.
1.1 DeviceNet Adapter Features
The DeviceNet adapter features the following:
• Switches that enable you to set a node address and network data
rate before applying power to the SP600 drive. Alternatively, you
can disable the switches and use parameters to configure these
features.
• A number of configuration tools that can be used to configure the
adapter and connected drive. The tools include the Operator
Interface Module (OIM) on the drive, network software such as
RSNetWorx for DeviceNet, or drive-configuration software such
as VS Utilities.
• Status indicators that report the status of the drive
communications, adapter, 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 and UCMM (Unconnected Message Manager) messages
are supported.
• Multiple data exchange methods, including polled, cyclic, and
change of state (COS), that can be used to transmit data between
the network and adapter.