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5. System Setup
5.2
Can Bus Settings
Each control surface module and key panel has two CAN bus settings: CAN bus speed and CAN bus address.
Both settings are defined in the system configuration
and
on each physical module. They
must
match exactly to
ensure correct operation.
The system configuration is edited using the
ON-AIR Designer
software:
·
CAN bus speed
is defined in the Project window.
·
CAN bus address
is defined in the Frames -> Surface window.
The settings stored on each physical module are edited using the
On older Key Panels, you will find an
ADR
(Address) rotary selector beside the
CAN-IN
and
CAN-OUT
RJ45
connectors. Using a screwdriver, turn the rotary selector to set the CAN bus address.
5.2.1
CAN Bus Speed
The CAN bus speed defines the maximum distance which you can run the cables. A CAN speed of 500 kbit/sec
is recommended.
Transfer Speed
Maximum Distance
500 kbit/sec (recommended)
60 m
100 kbit/sec
300 m
