DeviceNet specifications provide for a maximum network distances for the main trunk line and drop lines, depending upon the baud rate used on the network.
Table 4‑9 Maximum Network Cable Lengths
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Trunk Line Length
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Drop Length
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Maximum Distance
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Maximum
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Cumulative
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Baud Rate
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Meters
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Feet
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Meters
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Feet
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Meters
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Feet
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125k baud
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500 m
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1640 ft
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6 m
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20 ft
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156 m
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512 ft.
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250k baud
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250 m
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820 ft
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6 m
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20 ft
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78 m
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256 ft.
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500k baud
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100 m
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328 ft
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6 m
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20 ft
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39 m
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128 ft.
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Network Termination
A DeviceNet system must be terminated at each end of the trunk line. The host controller and the last DNET1CHCONV or other DeviceNet device on the network must always be terminated to eliminate reflections, even if only two nodes are present. The DeviceNet specifications for the terminating resistor are:
An appropriate terminating resistor, Brad Harrison part number such as Brad Harrison DND100/150 for m12 style of connectors and DN100/150 for MINI style of connectors.
Important: Per the DeviceNet spec -- do not terminate devices on drop lines.
NOTE: If you are having DeviceNet communications errors, check your network terminations.
With power removed from the network, measure the dc resistance with an ohmmeter. It should measure 60Ω. If it measures 121Ω, add another 121Ω terminating resistor. If it measures ~40Ω, then you have 3 terminators and must remove one. If it measures ~30Ω you have 4 terminators and must remove two.
DeviceNet Connection Wiring
The DNET1CHCONV uses a 5-pin standard micro-style DeviceNet connector with male pins.
Figure 4‑4 DeviceNet Connector – micro, male
Table 4‑10 DeviceNet Connector Pin-out
Position
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Definition
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1
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Drain
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2
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V+
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3
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V-
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4
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CAN_H
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5
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CAN_L
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SOFTWARE Configuration and Set-Up
The DNET1CHCONV is an easy device to set up and configure. Using features like the EDS sheets for configuration can expedite the process if you use a network configuration tool that supports them. They provide a graphical interface to the device’s parameters and allow the addition of helpful text descriptions in setting up your device. The current EDS file is available on our websites, www.mysst.com or www.connector.com. If your configuration tool does not support the EDS device profiles, the set up of a DeviceNet device requires a little more understanding of DeviceNet and its operation. This section is designed to fully describe the features of the DNET1CHCONV and to help you set them up. .
The Parameters are defined in this section.
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