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Network Configuration Section 2-2
that the maximum network length is within specifications, e.g., 100 m when
the baud rate is 500 kbps.
Selecting the Trunk Line We recommend identifying the trunk line based on the control panels, such as
the line between control panels or the line within a control panel.
Terminator Terminator
PLC Master
Network configuration
with a shifting trunk line
Branch
line
Branch lines
shorter
Trunk line
Trunk line
Branch line
Branch line
T-branch Tap
Branch line
Branch
line
Branch line
Terminator
Terminator
PLC Master
Trunk line
Trunk line
Branch line
T-branch Tap
Branch
line
Branch
line
Branch
line
Main control panel
Sub-panel
Sub-panel
Sub-panel
Sub-panel