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2.1
Description
The Host Adapter allows communication with up to 254 Programmable
Controllers or other Secondaries on a TIWAY network by connecting a host
computer to the network. The Host Adapter has two interface ports, one to
communicate with the host computer and one to communicate with the
TIWAY I network. Both Host Adapter ports have several features and
user-selectable options which allow you to modify the Host Adapter to meet
your particular interface needs. The features and options are listed in the
sections below for the host computer and the network ports.
There are four Host Adapter models. Table 2-1 shows the four models; you
should choose the one which fits your needs.
Table 2-1 Host Adapter Models
Type of Media Card
Host Computer Port
Features and
Options
Local Line
RS-232-C/423
110 V
Model 7101
Model 7102
220 V
Model 7103
Model 7104
Features:
•
RS-232-C/423 port (DTE)
•
7-bit Hex-ASCII data
•
1 stop bit
•
Host Computer/Host Adapter communications via Non-intelligent
Terminal Protocol using command codes
Options:
2-2
•
Baud rates ranging from 110 to 19.2K bps
•
Synchronous/asynchronous modem use
•
7 bits of data with or without a parity bit
•
Even or odd parity
•
Full or half duplex communication
•
Modem or direct line to the host computer
Description and Operation
SIMATIC TIWAY I Host Adapter User Manual