Electrical connection
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The innovative further development of the BCL 308
i
with integrated switch functionality offers the option
of networking multiple bar code readers of type BCL 308
i
with one another. In addition to the classic "star
topology", a "linear topology" is thus also possible.
This makes wiring the network easy and inexpensive as slaves are looped through to one another in
parallel.
The maximum length of a segment (connection from the hub to the last participant) is limited to 100 m.
Figure 7.12: Ethernet in a linear topology
Up to 254 bar code readers can be networked. For this purpose, each participating BCL 308
i
is assigned
the respective network address via the webConfig Tool. This address must be specified by the network
administrator. Alternatively, the BCL 308
i
can also be configured as a DHCP client and then automatically
receive its address from a DHCP server.
Information on the necessary configuration steps can be found in Chapter 10.
7.4.1 Ethernet wiring
A cat. 5 Ethernet cable should be used for wiring.
For the connection on the BCL 308
i
, a "KDS ET M12 / RJ 45 W
-
4P" adapter is available into which the
standard network cable can be plugged.
For unavailable cable lengths, you can configure your cables yourself. When doing so, make certain that
you connect TDx+ on the M12 connector with RD+ on the RJ
-
45 connector and TDx- on the M12 connector
with RD- on the RJ
-
45 connector, respectively, etc.
PC / PLC host interface
BCL 308
i
192.168.60.xxx
To other network participants
BCL 308
i
192.168.60.yyy
BCL 308
i
192.168.60.zzz
NOTE
Use the recommended plugs / sockets or the ready-made cables (see chapter 13 "Type over
