Epson RC700 Manual page 113

2. Installation
Modes
EtherNet/IP master board has the Master mode and Slave mode as the motion mode.
However, do not select the Slave mode.
Master mode
The Master device gathers and controls all nodes in one network.
EtherNet/IP master can control up to 127 nodes (max. 128 bytes) on one network.
PLC is typically configured as a master and controls all nodes in factory automation
system, but EPSON RC+ is also capable of being a master.
EtherNet/IP network configuration is specified by configuration management software.
This software is normally provided by a master device manufacturer. The configuration
management software determines parameters for each slave device via an Electronic Data
Sheet (EDS).
Available connection types are Cyclic, Change Of State, and Explicit messaging.
Available baud rates are 100 Mbps and 10 Mbps. (auto-detect)
For the instruction of configuration, refer to the section Master Mode in this chapter.
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