Yaskawa MP940 - Manual (Page 150)

4.6 DeviceNet Functions
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4.6 DeviceNet Functions
DeviceNet is a multivendor field network whose specifications are managed by ODVA (Open
DeviceNet Vendor Association, Inc). The MP940D connects to a multivendor DeviceNet sys-
tem, and operates as a DeviceNet master or slave.
For details on DeviceNet, refer to the DeviceNet specifications published by ODVA.
4.6.1 System Configuration
The MP940D is a communications interface for connecting the MP940 to the DeviceNet.
The MP940D can be connected to DeviceNet as a slave. An example of system configura-
tion is shown below.
„ DeviceNet System Configuration Example
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DeviceNet
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