Epson RC180, Manual

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Setup & Operation 12. Option Units
RC180 Rev.17 99
12.3.7 EtherNet/IP
WARNING

Make sure that the power is turned OFF before installing/removing any boards or
connecting/disconnecting any cables. Installing/removing any boards or
connecting/disconnecting any cables with the power ON is extremely hazardous
and may result in electric shock and/or malfunction of equipment.
Overview of EtherNet/IP
EtherNet/IP is a fieldbus network that provides easy interconnection between control
devices (PLC, PC, sensor, actuator, etc.).
EtherNet/IP was developed by Allen-Bradley as an open communication standard to
connect various field devices (sensor, actuator, robot controller, etc.). Because of the
open communication standard, EtherNet/IP users can easily construct a multi-vendor
system with various devices developed around the world.
Master Device
Motor Driver
from Company A
Motor Driver
from Company B
Intelligent I/O
from Company C
Intelligent I/O
from Company D
Photo Sensor
from Company E
Analog Device
from Company G
HMI Device
from Company F
EtherNet Network
EtherNet/IP Communication Specifications
Item Specification
Name EtherNet/IP board
Code R12B040719
Supported
Connection I/O messaging connection (Cyclic), Explicit message connection
EtherNet/IP communication protocol
Baud Rates
10M, 100M (bps)
Transfer Distance
Standard Ethernet protocol
Cable Standard Ethernet protocol
Mode Slave
Interface 1 EtherNet/IP port
Connection type Cyclic
Explicit message
connection
Supported
Input data size 256 bits (32 bytes)
Output data size 256 bits (32 bytes)