Rockwell Automation 1756-SYNCH ControlLogix SynchLink Module User Manual - Manual (Page 31)

Publication 1756-UM521C-EN-P - July 2004
SynchLink Module Features 3-3
Repeated electrical arcing causes excessive wear to contacts on both
the module and its mating connector. Worn contacts may create
electrical resistance that can affect module operation.
Module Fault Reporting
ControlLogix SynchLink modules provide both hardware and software
indication when a module fault has occurred. Each module’s LED fault
indicator and RSLogix 5000 will graphically display this fault and
include a fault message describing the nature of the fault.
This feature allows you to determine how your module has been
affected and what action should be taken to resume normal operation.
Full RSLogix 5000 Support
RSLogix 5000 uses a custom, easily understood interface to write
configuration. All module features are enabled or disabled through the
I/O configuration portion of the software.
You can also use the software to interrogate any module in the system
to retrieve
• serial number
• revision information
• catalog number
• vendor identification
• error/fault information
By eliminating such tasks as setting hardware switches and jumpers,
the software makes module configuration easier and more reliable.