Rockwell Automation 2705-ND1 Keypad Development Software - Manual (Page 74)

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Chapter
8–1
Downloading Messages
This chapter shows how to use the Transfer function to:
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Connect cable converter between computer and Keypad Module
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Set DIP Switch on Keypad Module
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Select a communication port for the download
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Select a message file to download
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Select messages in the file to download
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Download messages to the Keypad Module
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Use terminal mode to verify the message download
Before you can download messages to the Keypad Module, you must
connect your computer to the Keypad Module, using the cable/converter
supplied with the Keypad Development Software.
The cable/converter is shipped as two separate components; a cable and
the converter module. Figure 8.1 shows how the cable connects to the
converter module.
Figure 8.1
Cable/Converter
Converter Module
Cable Circular Connector
(connects to
Keyboard Plug Receptacle
of Keypad Module)
25-pin
D Shell Connector
(connects to serial port
of computer)
Retaining Latch
sleeve
The cable has a circular connecter at each end. The end with the sleeve plugs
into the circular receptacle of the converter module.
To connect the cable to the converter module:
1. Align retaining latch on cable connector with notch on receptacle.
2. Rotate sleeve to a position that will allow clearance for the two plastic
screw heads on the mating connector.
3. Press down on retaining latch as you slide connector into receptacle until
latch clicks into place.
To remove the cable from the converter module:
1. Pull sleeve back and rotate until the cutout allows access to the
latch spring.
2. Press down on latch spring with pen (or other appropriate item) as you
slide connector out of receptacle.
Chapter Objectives
Connecting
Cable/Converter