Download NT-DRT21 DeviceNet (CompoBus/D) Interface Unit

About this Manual:
This manual describes the installation and operation of the NT-DRT21 DeviceNet (CompoBus/D) Interface Unit and includes the sections described below. The DeviceNet Interface Unit can be used with the
NT31, NT31C, NT631, and NT631C Programmable Terminals (PTs).
Please read this manual carefully and be sure you understand the information provided before attempting
to install and operate a DeviceNet Interface Unit.
Section 1 describes the main features and basic functions of the DeviceNet (CompoBus/D) system and
the DeviceNet (CompoBus/D) Interface Unit.
Section 2 shows a simple system configuration example and basic procedures up to using the PT connected to the DeviceNet Interface Unit.
Section 3 provides information required when designing a network, such as precautions regarding the
configuration of the DeviceNet network to which the CompoBus/D Interface Unit connects.
Section 4 explains how to mount the DeviceNet Interface Unit on the PT and connect the Unit to the DeviceNet network.
Section 5 explains the PT settings and operations required to use the DeviceNet Interface Unit.
Section 6 shows how to use remote I/O communications with the DeviceNet Interface Unit and how to use
the PT when using remote I/O communications.
Section 7 explains how to use message communications with a DeviceNet Interface Unit and how to use
the PT when message communications are being used.
Section 8 explains how to troubleshoot errors that may occur when using the DeviceNet Interface Unit.
Refer to the CompoBus/D (DeviceNet) User’s Manual and the PT’s User’s Manual for more details.
The Appendices provide relevant DeviceNet protocol specifications, comparisons between different
system program versions, and a list of related products.
Copyrights and Trademarks
DeviceNet is a registered trademark of the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association.
The copyright to the software installed in the DeviceNet (CompoBus/D) Master Unit belongs to Woodhead Industries Inc.
Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the
United States and/or other countries.
Other product names and company names that appear in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
! WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in
personal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure. Please read each
section in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section
and related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.
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