Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 20-COMM-D, User Manual

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Chapter
2
Installing the Adapter
Chapter 2 provides instructions for installing the adapter on a PowerFlex
drive.
Before installing the DeviceNet adapter:
•
Read the DeviceNet Product Overview Manual , Publication DN-2.5,
and the DeviceNet Cable System Planning and Installation Manual ,
Publication DN-6.7.2. These manuals will provide information on
selecting cables, setting up a network, and network basics.
•
Verify that you have all required equipment. Refer to Chapter 1 ,
Getting Started .
To commission the adapter, you must set a unique node address and the
data rate that is used by the network. (Refer to the
Glossary for details
about data rates and node addresses.)
Important: New settings are recognized only when power is applied to
the adapter. If you change a setting, cycle power.
Topic Page
Preparing for an Installation 2-1
Commissioning the Adapter 2-1
Connecting the Adapter to the Network 2-3
Connecting the Adapter to the Drive 2-4
Applying Power 2-6
Preparing for an Installation
Commissioning the Adapter
!
ATTENTION: Risk of equipment damage exists. The DeviceNet
adapter contains ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) sensitive parts that can
be damaged if you do not follow ESD control procedures. Static control
precautions are required when handling the adapter. If you are
unfamiliar with static control procedures, refer to
Guarding Against
Electrostatic Damage , Publication 8000-4.5.2.