About This Manual; Important Safety Information - IFM Electronic AS-i DP Series Device Manual

1 About this manual

This manual describes the AS-i DP -Gateway family with AS-i version 2.1 master manufactured by ifm
electronic gmbh with two AS-i master (Ord.No. AC1326), as well as SmartLink DP with one AS-i
master (Ord. No. AC1335).
To run the system you need in addition to the DP-Gateway a 24 V and an AS-i power supply as well
as single and/or A/B AS-i slaves. When using the two master unit (Ord.No. AC1326) it is necessary to
have a 24 V supply for power requirements as well as a second AS-i power supply and the
corresponding AS-i slaves for the second AS-i system.

1.1 Important safety information!

Specifications regarding the use of the AS-i DP -Gateway
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The AS-i DP -Gateway contains one (AC1335) or two AS-i masters (AC1326), both according to
the AS-i version 2.1 and an Profibus DP fieldbus connection.
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It controls the exchange of data to the sensor/actuator level,
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communicates with the higher control level as fieldbus gateway.
Important directions on installation, connection and maintenance:
Ensure a condensation-free environment. Avoid excessive dust, vibration and shock. The
circulation of air through the vents must not be hampered.
Disconnect power. Connect the switching elements according to the terminal marking. Never
connect the minus potentials to each other or the minus potentials and the FE connection.
Ensure an electrically safe connection between the AS-i DP -Gateway (FE terminal) and
plant earth (functional ground).
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