Westlock Controls Corporation Intellis 7604, Installation And Operation Manual

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1.1 Scope of Manual
This manual contains installation, configuration and specification data for the DPAC
DeviceNet valve controller.
This manual assumes a basic level of familiarity and competence with DeviceNet
terminology and technology. Only qualified personnel should install, operate and
maintain this equipment.
1.2 Symbols Used in this Document
This symbol warns the user of possible danger. Failure to heed this warning
may lead to personal injury or death and/or severe damage to equipment.
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This symbol identifies information about operating the equipment in a
particular manner that may damage it or result in a system failure. Failure t
heed this warning can lead to total failure of the equipment or any other
ipment.
This symbol draws attention to information that is essential for understanding
the operation and/or features of the equipment.
1.3 About DeviceNet
DeviceNet is an open network standard originally developed by Allen-Bradley and based
on a broadcast oriented, communications protocol - the Controller Area Network (CAN).
The CAN protocol was originally developed by BOSCH the European automotive market
for replacing expensive, wire harnesses with a low-cost network.
In 1995 Allen-Bradley released the protocol to the open DeviceNet Vendors Association
(ODVA). ODVA oversees the development of the DeviceNet specification and the
conformance testing of DeviceNet products. ODVA is open to any manufacturer or user
of this protocol with a worldwide membership of over 250 companies.
DeviceNet is a simple networking solution that reduces the cost and time required to
install and wire industrial automation devices. A single DeviceNet Intellis System will
accommodate up to 63 valves and 1008 discrete I/O points. Although a simple system to
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