Rockwell Automation 1203 Serial Communications Module Series A - Manual (Page 8)

Chapter 1
Introduction
1-2
Manual Organization This manual is divided into chapters as detailed in Table 1.A.
Table 1.A
Manual Organization and Topics
Chapter Title Topics Covered Related Tasks
1 Introduction Manual objectives, audience, vocabulary,
firmware support information, manual
organization, safety precautions, and serial
device compatibility
2 Product Description Communications Module features,
configuration, and diagnostics
3 Installation Mounting, power connections, switch
configuration, cabling, and hardware
4 SCANport Datalink Operation Configuring SCANport device Datalinks,
Datalink operation
5 Configuration and Interfacing Addressing, information transfer, and sample
programs
6 Troubleshooting LED indications and fault descriptions
7 Specifications Environmental, electrical, and communications
specifications
Safety Precautions
ATTENTION: Only personnel familiar with SCANport devices
and associated machinery should plan or implement the
installation, start-up, configuration, and subsequent maintenance of
the serial communications module. Failure to comply may result in
personal injury and/or equipment damage.
ATTENTION: This Module contains ESD (Electrostatic
Discharge) sensitive parts and assemblies. Static control
precautions are required when installing, testing, servicing, or
repairing this assembly. Component damage may result if ESD
control procedures are not followed. If you are not familiar with
static control procedures, reference Allen-Bradley Publication
8000–4.5.2, Guarding Against Electrostatic Damage or any other
applicable ESD protection handbook.