Section 5
Software Setup
Configure Control Software for Device Net Mode
The Series H control operating mode must be set to Serial to use the Device Net expansion board. There is no selection for Device Net on the Level 1 Input block Operating mode parameter list. However, selecting Serial with the Device Net expansion board installed will allow operation of the Device Net board.
Many commands in the Command Language can be used regardless of the setting of the control’s Operating Mode parameter (such as changing and viewing parameters). However, commands intended to control the motor shaft require the control be in the Serial (Device Net) Mode.
Note: The firmware version of the Series H control must support the Baldor Binary Protocol (BBP). To confirm that BBP is supported, perform the following:
Scroll to the Level 2 Communications block, and view the selections. If RS485BBP is available, the software version is compatible with the Device Net expansion board. Otherwise, contact Baldor to obtain a software update.
During power up, the control checks if the communication board is installed. If an RS485 board is installed, the RS485BBP protocol is automatically selected during power up.
Software Setup