Chapter 10 - Create/Edit

FLN

The Object Name field allows you to name the FLN Device using up to 30 alphanumeric characters. This field is required for the creation of an FLN Device and cannot be edited in an existing device.

The Description field allows you to describe the FLN Device using up to 16 alphanumeric characters. This field is optional for FLN Device creation and can be edited.

The Application Number field allows you to specify the application number. If no value is entered, the controller will query the device for the active application number. This field cannot be edited in existing devices.

The Master/Slave options allow you to select the type of device being created.

When an MS/TP device is added as a Master device, either the Instance ID or the MAC Address must be specified. If the device is added as a Slave device, then both the Instance ID and the MAC Address need to be specified.

When an MS/TP device is added as a Master device, then the Network number and the MAC Address are not editable.

When an MS/TP device is added as a Slave device, then the Network number and the MAC Address are editable.

NOTE: Red asterisks denote mandatory fields.

The Instance Number field displays the device identification number. If the FLN Device is a Master device, and you do not enter a value, the controller will automatically enter the next available Object ID. If the FLN Device is a Slave

 

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