2 branching methods, Terminators, Communications power supply – Yaskawa 260IF DeviceNet System User Manual

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3.1 Network Configuration

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can be used together in the same network, as shown in the figure above.

Terminators

Both ends of the trunk line must connect to terminating resistance to decrease signal reflec-
tion and ensure stable network communications.

Communications Power Supply

The communications connectors of each node must be provided with communications
power supply through the communications cable for DeviceNet communications. Commu-
nications power supply, internal circuit power supply, and I/O power supply must all be pro-
vided separately.

1 Use only DeviceNet cables as communications cables.

2 Always connect terminators to both ends of the trunk line.

3 Do not connect lightning arresters or any devices to the network other than the 260IF Module and

DeviceNet-conforming products.

3.1.2 Branching Methods

Branching from the Trunk Line

There are three methods that can be used to branch from the trunk line.

Branching to One Drop Line

INFO

Trunk line

Trunk line

T-Branch Adapter

Drop line

Node

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