Mitsubishi AL2-14MR-A, Hardware Manual

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2 Simple Application Controllers
AL2-ASI-BD 9
ENG-44
9. AL2-ASI-BD
The AL2-ASI-BD Actuator Sensor Interface board module is used in conjunction with
α
2
series controller for data communication over an Actuator Sensor Interface (AS-interface)
network.
Further information can be found in the
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2 Series Programming Manuals.
Caution
• Persons trained in the local and national electrical standards must replace the
AL2-ASI-BD.
• Turn off the power supply when you install or remove the AL2-ASI-BD.
• Replace the cover after removing the AL2-ASI-BD.
• Under no circumstances will Mitsubishi Electric be liable or responsible for any
consequential damage that may arise as a result of the installation or use of this
equipment.
9.1 Introduction
The AL2-ASI-BD connects onto the main unit of the
α
2 series controller, forming a slave
station for an AS-interface network (Input 4 points, Output 4 points). A maximum of 31 slaves
can be connected to form an AS-interface network. Power for the communication is supplied
over the AS-interface bus by the AS-interface power supply. The communication signal is
superimposed over the power supply on the AS-interface bus.
9.1.1 External Dimensions
Figure 9.1: External Dimensions Unit: mm (inches)
A S I +
A S I -
A S I +
A S I -
90(
3.
54"
)
5 3 . 1 ( 2 . 0 9 " )
2 4 . 5 ( 0 . 9 6 " )