Commissioning (software)
4.8 Creating a DMC20
D410
Commissioning Manual, 08/2008 Edition 107
4.8 Creating a DMC20

4.8.1 DMC20 hub properties

DRIVE-CLiQ hub properties

The DMC20 DRIVE-CLiQ hub can be used to extend the number of DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces
and to configure a star topology. You must increase the number of DRIVE-CLiQ interfaces if
connecting the following additional components:
Direct measuring systems
Terminal modules
Reduction of the network hierarchy levels
A star topology has the following advantages:
The components can operate as end node of your segment.
Line communication is not affected.

Application examples

Encoder expansion and hot-plugging are typical applications implemented by means of a
DRIVE-CLiQ hub.
An encoder expansion involves integration of direct measuring systems. These are
installed in the control cabinet directly at the machine. Several encoders can be
connected to the same hub.
Note: SIMOTION D410 has just one DRIVE-CLiQ interface. You can use the DMC20 to
evaluate the motor encoder and an additional encoder by means of SMx.
Hot plugging is the option for changing motor components while in operation. These
components are connected to a star topology using a DRIVE-CLiQ hub. This setup allows
their deactivation without impairing downstream components.

Additional references

Information pertaining to the DMC20 DRIVE-CLiQ hub is available in the
SIMOTION D410
Manual.