Rockwell Automation RECOMM-485 RS485 DFI Communications Module User Manual

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RS485 DF1 Communications Module

6.1.3 NET A Status Indicator

Table 6.3 – NET A Status Indicator: State Definitions

Status

Cause

Corrective Actions

Off

The module is not
powered or the
module is not
properly
connected to the
network.

Securely connect the module to
the drive using the Internal
Interface cable.

Correctly connect the RS485
cable to the DF1 plug.

Apply power to the drive.

Flashing
Green

The module is
properly
connected, but it is
not communicating
with any devices
on the network.

Place the controller in RUN, or
apply power to the peer device
that will send I/O.

Program a controller or peer
device to recognize and
transmit I/O to the module.

Configure the module for the
program in the controller or the
I/O from the peer source.

Solid
Green

The module is
properly
connected and
communicating on
the network.

No action required.

Flashing
Red

A network
connection has
timed out.

Place the scanner in RUN, or
apply power to the peer device
that will send I/O.

Check the amount of traffic on
the network.

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