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Exlar Corporation
03/05/2013
3. Networks
3.1.RS485 Modbus
The Tritex uses an RS485 hardware connection with a Modbus RTU protocol. The RS485 Modbus page allows the
user to set the Tritex communication parameters to best connect with their communication. Therefore, an
adapter will be required to interface from the RS232 or USB port on the PC to the RS485 port on the actuator (see
Installation section for details on the RS485 port).
3.2.CANopen
Exlar have implemented a CANopen protocol based on the ‘Communication Profile’ (CiA DS 301) in the Tritex,
which supports both direct access to device parameters and time-critical process data communication. These
parameters are accusable through the CANopen interface and Drive software.
Tritex with CANopen incorporates DS402 motor profile with several additional options that enhances the system
use in a system. These additions add flexibilities to the overall system performance.
Tritex CANopen Getting Started, v0.9
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