Page 1: Table Of Contents
Installation Instructions USB-to-ControlNet Cable Catalog Number 1784-U2CN Topic Page Important User Information Environment and Enclosure About the Cable Install the Cable Status Indicators Specifications Additional Resources...
Page 2: Important User Information
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
Page 3: Environment And Enclosure
USB-to-ControlNet Cable 3 Environment and Enclosure This equipment is intended for use in overvoltage Category II applications (as ATTENTION defined in IEC publication 60664-1), at altitudes up to 2000 m (6562 ft) without derating. This equipment is considered Group 1, Class A industrial equipment according to IEC/CISPR Publication 11.
Page 4: About The Cable
4 USB-to-ControlNet Cable About the Cable The 1784-U2CN USB-to-ControlNet cable lets you connect a notebook or desktop computer to a ControlNet network by using an unused USB port on the computer. The product replaces the 1784-PCC communication card for computers that do not have PCMCIA slots.
Page 5: Install The Cable
USB-to-ControlNet Cable 5 Install the Cable Follow these procedures to install the cable. This equipment is sensitive to electrostatic discharge, which can cause ATTENTION internal damage and affect normal operation. Follow these guidelines when you handle this equipment: Touch a grounded object to discharge potential static. Do not touch connectors or pins.
Page 6 6 USB-to-ControlNet Cable Configure and Connect the Cable USB and ControlNet connection lengths must be less than 3 meters. Do not ATTENTION attempt to extend the cables. 1. Use the rotary switches to set the module node address to a valid number (1…99).
Page 7 ControlNet network access port (NAP) of a ControlNet network-enabled device. RJ45 ControlNet Network Connector USB Cable Traffic Analyzer Software The 1784-U2CN cable is designed to work with Frontline’s NetDecoder traffic analyzer software. For more information on Frontline’s product, go to either http://www.rockwellautomation.com/encompass/ http://www.fte.com.
Page 8 8 USB-to-ControlNet Cable Product Dimensions The following illustration shows the product dimensions. Enclosure Length: 7.62 cm (3 in.) Width: 5.08 cm (2 in.) ControlNet NAP Cable Length Thickness: 2.54 cm (1 in.) 3.05 m (10 ft) USB Cable Length 0.61 m (2 ft) Publication 1784-IN047A-EN-P - November 2008...
Page 9: Status Indicators
USB-to-ControlNet Cable 9 Status Indicators The following table describes the cable status indicators. Module Status ControlNet Network Status Indicator Status Description Green The cable is configured, but no network traffic is present. Flashing green Network traffic is present. Unable to transfer data. Disconnected from host.
Page 10 10 USB-to-ControlNet Cable Indicator Status Description Module Status (MS) Green The cable is operating normally. No power to the cable. Flashing green The cable is operating in a normal condition and is online with no connections established. The cable may be in Standby mode. The cable needs commissioning due to missing, incomplete, or incorrect configuration.
Page 11: Specifications
USB-to-ControlNet Cable 11 Specifications USB-to-ControlNet Cable, Catalog Number 1784-U2CN Attribute Value Enclosure type rating Meets IP30 Power dissipation, max 0.5 W Supply voltage 5.00V DC 5.25V DC max Supply current 75 mA Power consumption, max 0.5 W Isolation voltage 30V continuous, Basic Insulation Type...
Page 12 12 USB-to-ControlNet Cable Environmental Specifications Attribute Value Temperature, IEC 60068-2-1 (Test Ad, Operating Cold), operating IEC 60068-2-2 (Test Bd, Operating Dry Heat), IEC 60068-2-14 (Test Nb, Operating Thermal Shock): 0…55 °C (32…131 °F) Temperature, IEC 60068-2-1 (Test Ab, Unpackaged Nonoperating Cold), nonoperating IEC 60068-2-2 (Test Bb, Unpackaged Nonoperating Dry Heat), IEC 60068-2-14 (Test Na, Unpackaged Nonoperating Thermal...
Page 13 USB-to-ControlNet Cable 13 Certifications Certifications Value (when product is marked) c-UL-us UL Listed Industrial Control Equipment, certified for US and Canada. See UL File E65584. European Union 2004/108/EC EMC Directive, compliant with: EN 61326-1; Meas./Control/Lab., Industrial Requirements EN 61000-6-2; Industrial Immunity EN 61000-6-4;...
Page 14: Additional Resources
Installation Guide, publication CNET-IN002. information. Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Provides general guidelines for installing a Guidelines, publication 1770-4.1 Rockwell Automation industrial system. Product Certifications website, Provides declarations of conformity, http://www.ab.com certificates, and other certification details. Publication 1784-IN047A-EN-P - November 2008...
Page 15 USB-to-ControlNet Cable 15 Notes: Publication 1784-IN047A-EN-P - November 2008...
Page 16 New Product Satisfaction Return Rockwell Automation tests all of its products to ensure that they are fully operational when shipped from the manufacturing facility. However, if your product is not functioning and needs to be returned, follow these procedures.