Installation Instructions ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Catalog Number 1784-PCIC and 1784-PCICS The 1784-PCIC and -PCICS cards are peripheral component interconnect (PCI) open-bus interface cards. The cards enable PCI local bus compatible computers to communicate directly with other ControlNet products. The 1784-PCIC communication interface card is a messaging only card that provides ControlNet monitoring and configuration capabilities.
The illustrations, charts, sample programs and layout examples shown in this guide are intended solely for purposes of example. Since there are many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Allen-Bradley does not assume responsibility or liability (to include intellectual property liability) for actual use based upon the examples shown in this publication.
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and understanding of the product. About the Application Software The Allen-Bradley standard application programming interface (API) is RSLinx software from Rockwell Software Inc. Contact your local Rockwell Automation sales representative or distributor for further information.
ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Rockwell Automation Support Rockwell Automation offers support services worldwide, with over 75 sales/support offices, over 500 authorized distributors, and 260 authorized systems integrators located throughout the United States alone, plus Rockwell Automation representatives in every major country around the world. Contact your local Rockwell Automation representative for: •...
Equipment Requirements and Tests. For specific information required by EN 61131-2, see the appropriate sections in this publication, as well as the Allen-Bradley publication Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, publication 1770-4.1. This equipment is classified as open equipment and must be mounted in an enclosure during operation to provide safety protection.
ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Handling the Card The card uses CMOS technology, which is highly sensitive to ATTENTION electrostatic discharge (ESD). ESD may be present whenever you handle the card. When you handle the card without any ESD protection you can cause internal circuit damage that may not be apparent when you install or initially use the card.
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ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card To install the card, you need to: • access to the computer’s expansion slots • possess either a Phillip-head or a flat-head screwdriver • insert the card into the computer Access the Computer’s PCI Local Bus Expansion Slots To install the card, you must access the computer’s PCI local bus expansion slots.
ControlNet network Channel A BNC connectors for connecting directly to ControlNet network Redundant media BNC connectors Channel B Do not connect more than one ControlNet network to this card. Allen-Bradley 1784-PCIC ControlNet 42281 Publication 1784-IN003A-EN-P - October 2000 Year...
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ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Do not connect more than one ControlNet network to this ATTENTION card. If you attempt to connect a second network to this card, your communication system will operate erratically. If you connect or disconnect the ControlNet cable with power applied to the module or any device on the network, an electrical arc can occur.
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ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Use only the 1786-CP cable when you connect a ATTENTION programming terminal to the network through the network access port (NAP). If you use a different cable, it could result in possible network failures or product damage. See Tables A and B for the wiring for the 1786-CP cable.
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ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card When you use the RJ-45 connector, you can connect the card to a ControlNet network without a tap through the Network Access Port (or NAP) of a programmable controller, I/O adapter, or other ControlNet compliant devices (Figure 3 and Figure 4).
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ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Figure 4 Connect a portable host computer to ControlNet through the 1784-PCIC or -PCICS card 1784-PCIC or Desktop host -PCICS Portable host 1784-PCC computer computer 1784-PCC1 cable ControlNet network 42198 The 1784-PCC1 cable ships with the 1784-PCC communication card. Connect the Card Directly to the ControlNet Network To connect the card directly to a ControlNet network as shown in Figure 5, follow the instructions in these publications:...
ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card 1784-PCIC and -PCICS Drivers The drivers for the 1784-PCIC and -PCICS are included with either: • Rockwell Software’s RSLinx 2.2 Service Pack 2 Or the combination of: • Rockwell Software’s RSLinx 2.2 Service Pack 1 and •...
ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Table C ControlNet status interpretation Cause: Action: • no power • none or apply power to the PC • PCIC/PCICS driver not • start RSLinx started • verify that the PCIC/PCICS driver has been configured properly in RSLinx •...
ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Table C ControlNet status interpretation Cause: Action: • no other nodes • add other nodes to the network present on network • incorrect node • change PCIC/PCICS node address so that it is flashing red/green address less than or equal to UMAX •...
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ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Environmental Specifications Operating Nonoperating ° ° ° Slot Temperature 0 to 50 C (32 to 122 F) -40 to 85 C (-40 to 185 Humidity 5 to 95% without condensation 5 to 95% without condensation Vibration 10 th 150 Hz, constant .012 in not applicable...
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ControlNet PCI Communication Interface Card Hazardous Location Approval The following information applies when operating this equipment in hazardous locations: Products marked “CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D” are suitable for use in Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D, Hazardous Locations and nonhazardous locations only.
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ControlNet is a trademark of ControlNet International. Allen-Bradley is a trademark of Rockwell Automation. RSLinx is a trademark of Rockwell Software Inc. Windows is a trademark of Microsoft. Publication 1784-IN003A-EN-P - October 2000 PN 957293-88 Supersedes Publication 1784-5.40 - March 2000...