RUI/Gateway & DeviceNetTM

Configuration & Ladder Logic Example

Using an Allen-Bradley CompactLogix PLC

Configuring the RUI/Gateway on DeviceNetTM Using RSNetWorx

1.Prior to making the physical connections on the network setup the gateway DeviceNetTM communications parameters per your network requirements, i.e., baud rate and node

address. If your not sure how to do this go to http://www.watlow.com and download the EZ- ZONE® PM Communications Manual and follow the procedure defined in the DeviceNetTM chapter.

2.Once the gateway communications parameters for DeviceNetTM are set according to your network requirements connect the gateway into the network and do the following:

a.Run RSLinx software and configure the driver of choice

b.Run RSNetWorx software.

3.As shown below (within RSNetWorx software), click on the online command from the tools toolbar and then select the appropriate communications path to browse the DeviceNetTM network. Set up in previous step using RSLinx software.

4.After successfully browsing the network all nodes on the network will appear in the graphical

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