Rockwell Automation 1395 ControlNet Communication Board - Manual (Page 7)

Chapter
1
Publication 1395.5.37 – March, 1999
Before You Begin
Objective This manual contains the information necessary to perform the
following functions on the ControlNet

Adapter (CNA) Board:
S Install and Set-up the CNA board
S Configure the Drive for control by a PLC Controller
S Maintain and Troubleshoot the board
Audience This manual is intended for use by expert personnel familiar with the
functions of solid state drive equipment. You must be thoroughly
familiar with the Bulletin 1395 and its hardware before attempting to
setup or troubleshoot a ControlNet Adapter Board.
To make efficient use of this Adapter Board you must be able to
operate and program an Allen-Bradley PLC controller. If you cannot,
refer to the appropriate programming and operations manual for your
PLC controller and obtain training from the support division before
attempting to setup and program the CNA board.
Term Useage In this manual we refer to the ControlNet Adapter board as the “CNA
board” or the “Adapter”.
The Programmable Logic Controller is referred to as a “PLC

”.
ControlNet Adapter The CNA board provides a sophisticated interface to Allen-Bradley
Compatibility & Features PLC controllers and other equipment capable of communicating over
ControlNet. This adapter has the following features:
S One ControlNet channel, with a redundant connector to allow for
backup connection in case one cable fails.
S Compatible with all Allen-Bradley PLCs and other products that
support Programmable Controller Communication Commands.
S Compatible with Allen-Bradley 1395 Drives equipped with Version
8.10 or greater software.