How To Setup A Profibus Dp Network - Epson EM07ZS1647F User Manual

2.3 How to Setup a PROFIBUS DP Network

The following is a basic procedure for setting up a PROFIBUS DP network:
1. Choose station distribution and distribution route on your network.
2. Choose baud rate.
3. Lay cables.
4. Configure stations.
5. Turn ON the stations.
6. Install the scanner board in your controller.
7. Configure a master and slaves.
8. Configure EPSON RC+.
9. Operate the PROFIBUS DP network.
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For details, refer to the following section 2.4 PROFIBUS DP Network Construction.
Choose the baud rate based on the network length. Select the fastest baud rate
allowed for the length. Increasing network load due to slow baud rate may cause
trouble including communication failure.
For details, refer to the following section 2.4 PROFIBUS DP Network Construction.
For details, refer to respective manuals of your desired stations.
Refer to the section 2.8 PROFIBUS DP Board Installation later in this chapter.
Use the configuration management software for configuring a master and slaves
(scan list). For details, please refer to the configuration management software
manual.
To configure EPSON RC+ as a master, refer to the section 2.8 PROFIBUS DP Board
Installation later in this chapter.
Refer to the section 2.10 EPSON RC+ Fieldbus I/O Installation later in this chapter.
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