Quick start – Rockwell Automation 25-COMM-D PowerFlex 525 DeviceNet Adapter User Manual
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Rockwell Automation Publication 520COM-UM002A-EN-E - April 2013
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Getting Started
Chapter 1
Quick Start
This section is provided to help experienced users quickly start using the
DeviceNet adapter. If you are unsure how to complete a step, refer to the
referenced chapter.
Step Action
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1
Review the safety precautions for the adapter.
Throughout this manual
2
Verify that the PowerFlex drive is properly installed.
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3
Commission the adapter.
Set a unique node address and the appropriate data rate using the switches on the
adapter. If desired, you can disable the switches and use parameter settings instead.
4
Install the adapter.
Verify that the PowerFlex drive is not powered. Then, connect the adapter to the drive
using the interface connector (included with adapter).
5
Connect the drive to the DeviceNet network.
Verify that the DeviceNet network is not powered. Then, connect the DeviceNet
adapter to the network using a DeviceNet cable.
6
Apply power to the drive and to the network.
The adapter receives power from the drive and network.
a. The status indicators should be green. If they flash red, there is a problem. See
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b. Configure/verify key drive parameters.
7
Configure the adapter for your application.
Set DeviceNet adapter parameters for the following functions as required by your
application:
– Node address
– Data rate
– I/O configuration
– Change of State, Cyclic, or polled I/O data exchange
– Fault actions
8
Apply power to the DeviceNet master and other devices on the network.
Verify that the master and network are installed and functioning in accordance with
DeviceNet standards, and then apply power to them.
DeviceNet Planning and
Installation Manual
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Configure the scanner to communicate with the adapter.
Use a network tool such as RSNetWorx for DeviceNet to configure the scanner on the
network. Make sure to:
– Set up the scan list.
– Map the adapter data to the scan list.
– Save your DeviceNet configuration to the scanner and a file.
10
Create a ladder logic program.
Use a controller configuration tool such as RSLogix 5000/Logix Designer to create a
ladder logic program that enables you to:
– Control the adapter and drive using I/O.
– Monitor or configure the drive using Explicit messages.