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Configuring an I/O Station for PROFIBUS Communication
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1. Set station number within the specified range (00 ~ 99).
2. Note that if the station number is once set and an attempt is made to change the
station number, it would result in communication errors. Power cycle the module
and download the new assigned station number to restore communication.
To configure I/O station, add a GE-IP PROFIBUS master module at the desired slot in the
Rx3i or 90-30 Proficy Machine Edition project. Ensure that you have the latest GSD file
imported. Right click on the master module and choose "Add Slave". Select "STXPBS001"
for PROFIBUS Network Adapter or STXPBS for all-in-one PROFIBUS Network Adapter.
Select "OK".
A pop-up menu will appear which can help you in configuring the I/O station along with the
I/O modules.
1. Assign a name, description and station address for the I/O station.
2. Select the Modules tab and add the desired I/O modules as per the application.
Ensure that the first module is always STXPBS001 or STXPBS* (in case you have
selected net ork adapter as STXPBS at position"0".
At least one I/O module must be configured for successful PROFIBUS
communication.
3. Go to the Parameters tab and select the parameters according to the application.
The Parameters tab is as shown below:
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