National Instruments RS-485 user manual

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FP-1001

• Isolated RS-485 interface to host computer or to FP-1000

repeater port

• Simple ASCII protocol is compatible with industry standard

Optomux protocol

• Built-in high efficiency power supply powers I/O modules

• Runs on 11 to 30 VDC power

• -40° to +70° C operation

The FP-1001 is a network module for the FieldPoint system. It

provides connection to an RS-485 network using a simple ASCII

protocol.

This document provides a quick guide to installing and configuring

the FP-1001 network module. For more detailed information on

using the network module, refer to the FP-1000/1001 user manual.

For information on the ASCII protocol used by the network

module, refer to the FP-1000/1001 programmer reference manual.

NOTE: Terminal bases must be connected to the network

module before applying power to the module. Do not connect

or disconnect terminal bases while power is applied to the

network module.