Commands - Pepperl+Fuchs IC-KP2-2HB21-2V1D Manual

IC-KP2-2HB21-2V1D

Commands

7 Commands
7.1 General Information about EtherCAT
EtherCAT (Ethernet for Control Automation Technology) is a standardized field
bus that enables data exchange between PLCs, PCs, operating and observation
devices and also sensors and actuators.
Note!
The EtherCAT Technology Group (ETG) publishes various information brochures
and an EtherCAT product catalog (http://www.ethercat.org).
7.2 Communication via EtherCAT
In order to integrate the IC-KP2-2HB21-2V1D device in a PLC project, you need
the EtherCAT slave information file (ESI file). You can find this ESI file at
http://www.pepperl-fuchs.com.
1. Simply enter the product name or model number in the product/keyword
search box. Click on Search.
2. If there is more than one compatible product, a product list appears. Select
your product from the list.
3. Switch to the product information list. Select "Technical Documents".
4. Select the ESI file or the sample project by clicking the relevant ZIP file name.
The ESI file contains four devices:
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