Devicenet - Epson RC180 Manual

12.3.4 DeviceNet

■ Make sure that the power is turned OFF before installing/removing any boards or
connecting/disconnecting any cables. Installing/removing any boards or
connecting/disconnecting any cables with the power ON is extremely hazardous
WARNING
and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of equipment.
■ Pay attention to the followings in order to prevent the DeviceNet connecter from
coming off.
CAUTION
Overview of DeviceNet
DeviceNet is a fieldbus network that provides easy interconnection between control
devices (PLC, PC, sensor, actuator, etc.).
DeviceNet was developed by Allen-Bradley as an open communication standard to
connect various field devices (sensor, actuator, robot controller, etc.). Because of the
open communication standard, DeviceNet users can easily construct a multi-vendor
system with various devices developed around the world.
Motor Driver
Motor Driver
from Company A
from Company B
RC180 Rev.17
1. Use the connectors attached to the board.
2. Insert the connectors all the way seated.
3. Fix the cables at proper positions in order not to put a load on the
connectors.
Intelligent I/O
from Company C
Setup & Operation 12. Option Units
Master Device
DeviceNet Network
Photo Sensor
from Company E
Intelligent I/O
from Company D
Analog Device
from Company G
HMI Device
from Company F
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