Chapter 1, Overview, Chapter – Rockwell Automation 1336-GM1 Remote I/O Communications Module User Manual
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Chapter
1
Overview
Chapter Objectives
Chapter 1 provides an overview of the Remote I/O communications
module (1203-GD1 module, 1203-GK1 module, and 1336-GM1
board). In this chapter, you will read about the following:
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Function of the module.
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Features of the module.
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Compatible SCANport products and programmable controllers.
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Parts and hardware of the module.
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Steps for setting up the module.
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Required tools and equipment.
Description of the Remote I/O
Communications Modules
The Remote I/O communications module is an optional interface
designed to provide a direct, digital link between an Allen-Bradley
programmable controller and any one Allen-Bradley SCANport
product. A module is required for each product that you want to
connect to Remote I/O. There are three types of Remote I/O
communications modules:
Figure 1.1
Module and Board
Catalog Number
Enclosure
Required Power Supply
1203-GD1
NEMA Type 1
85 – 264V AC
1203-GK1
NEMA Type 1
24V DC +/- 10%
1336-GM1
Open Drive
Supplied
1336-GM1 Board
1203-GD1 Module
and
1203-GK1 Module