產品介紹
USB to ControlNet Interface, Cable and Connectors
- usbLink CN replaces the Allen-Bradley 1784-U2CN interface
- USB 2.0 for laptop connection and RJ45 for ControlNet connection
- Use with RSLinx and RSNetWorx to configure the network and field devices
Overview
Connect Laptop to ControlNet Network
- Use RSLinx version 2.51 or later
- Use RSNetWorx for ControlNet to communicate with devices via RSLinx
- USB 2.0 connector for connection to laptop or PC
- RJ-45 connector for connection to NAP (network access port) of a ControlNet network enabled device
Configuration on the Move
- Use usbLink CN when you travel to sites with ControlNet as a quick and easy way to temporarily connect and configure networks and devices with a laptop
- Use RSLinx to scan/browse a ControlNet network
- Use RSNetWorx for configuring devices, configuring the network, read diagnostics and status, and troubleshooting
- Use RSStudio (RSLogix) for PLC programming
Rockwell Technology Partner Product
- The usbLink CN replaces the Allen Bradley 1784-U2CN
- Softing is a Rockwell Technology Partner and the usbLink CN is an approved product in the Technology Partner Program
Easy Setup
- Load RSLinx software and the usbLink CN device driver if using RSLinx versions before v2.54. RSLinx v2.54 and later contains the necessary device driver
- Use the rotary switches to set the module node address (1 - 99)
- Insert USB end of the cable to laptop
- Insert RJ-45 end of cable into a ControlNet enabled access port (NAP)
- LEDs indicate USB status, module status, and ControlNet network status
Technical Data
| Electric Properties | Enclosure type rating | Meets IP30 |
|---|---|---|
| Supply voltage | 5.25 volts DC | |
| Supply current | 225 mA | |
| Isolation voltage | 30 Volts continuous, basic insulation type | |
| Wiring category | Type tested at 500 V AC for 60 seconds, ControlNet to USB 2 - on communication port | |
| ControlNet current value | 70 mA@ 24 volts | |
| Operating temperature |
IEC 60068-2-1 (Test Ad, Operating Cold)
IEC 60068-2-2 (Test Bd, Operating Dry Heat)
IEC 60068-2-14 (Test Nb, Operating Thermal Shock):
|
0....55 degrees C (32....131 degrees F) |
| Certifications |
c-UL-us, CE, RCM KCC,
CI (ControlNet International conformance tested to ControlNet specification)
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| USB LED | Green | cable configured, but no network traffic present |
| Flashing green | unable to transfer data | |
| Off | unable to transfer data | |
| Module status LED | Green | cable is operating normally |
| Off | no power to cable | |
| Flashing green | normal, operating, online, with no connection | |
| Red | cable has an unrecoverable fault and might need to be replaced | |
| Flashing red/green | the cable is performing a self test | |
| Flashing red | the cable has an unrecoverable fault | |
| CNET LED | Off | not on a network |
| Red | network interface fault | |
| Flashing red/green | invalid network configuration (for example, a MAC ID above UMAX) | |
| Flashing red | duplicate node detected, link fault, no MAC frames received | |
| Flashing green | temporary channel error, listen only | |
| Green | normal operation. MAC frame received without error. |
Order Information
Scope of Delivery
- Hardware: SOFTING 1784-U2CN Interface module
- Documentation: User Guide
Order Numbers
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SOFTING 1784-U2CN - USB to RJ-45 Interface module, cable, connectors for connecting laptop to ControlNet enabled device