Overview of communication methods, Overview of communication methods -3 – KEYENCE DL-DN1 User Manual
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3-1 Overview of DeviceNet Communication
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The master unit of the DeviceNet system can use the following functions:
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When using these functions in explicit messaging, use the command parameters
for the functions assigned to external inputs 1 to 5. For details, see
parameter list for IB series" (page 3-28)
I/O Communication
• The output signal, comparator value, and error status of sensor amplifiers can be
communicated without the need of a ladder program.
• By using the IN and OUT areas as handshake signals, the master unit can execute
external inputs to the sensor amplifier or change setting values.
"I/O Communication" (page 3-4)
Explicit Messaging
The master unit can use explicit messaging commands to directly read/write
parameter values of sensor amplifiers. All functions that can be executed on sensor
amplifiers are available through explicit messaging.
"Explicit Messaging" (page 3-20)
Overview of Communication Methods
Function of
sensor amplifier
Communication methods
I/O communication
Explicit messaging
Read status
Yes
Yes
Read output 1to 5
Read current value
Execute external input 1to 5*
Change BANK number
Rewrite setting value
Motion command
No
Read current value, setting,
and status
Read data with decimal
point information
Rewrite setting
Lock all