Installation Instructions ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Catalog Numbers 1757-FFLDC2, 1757-FFLDC4 Topic Page Important User Information Environment and Enclosure North American Hazardous Location Approval Preventing Electrostatic Discharge About the ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Before You Begin Install the Linking Device Mounting the Linking Device Wiring the Linking Device Install the EDS File...
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Important User Information Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (Publication SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at http://literature.rockwellautomation.com) describes some important differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices.
In addition to this publication, see: • Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines, for additional installation requirements, Allen-Bradley publication 1770-4.1. • NEMA Standards publication 250 and IEC publication 60529, as applicable, for explanations of the degrees of protection provided by different types of enclosure.
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device North American Hazardous Location Approval The following information applies when operating Informations sur l’utilisation de cet équipement en this equipment in hazardous locations. environnements dangereux. Products marked "CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D" are suitable for use in Les produits marqués "CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D"...
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device About the ControlNet F Fieldbus Linking Device OUNDATION The ControlNet F Fieldbus Linking Device (catalog number 1757-FFLDC) OUNDATION bridges from the ControlNet network to either two or four H1 segments. Each H1 segment supports a maximum of 16 F Fieldbus devices (recommended OUNDATION 8…10) with support for up to 64 publisher and 64 subscriber Virtual...
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Before You Begin Before you install the linking device, read and complete the following sections. This product contains a ControlNet Daughter-card (CAM) that is not intended for removal. WARNING Any attempt to remove this CAM or to operate the CAM release mechanism may cause irreparable damage.
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Install the Linking Device To install the linking device, complete the following sections. Mounting the Linking Device Most applications require installation in an industrial enclosure (Pollution Degree 2) to reduce the effects of electrical interference (Over Voltage Category II) and environmental exposure.
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ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Mount on a DIN Rail The linking device DIN rail latch locks in the open position so that the linking device can be easily attached to or removed from the DIN rail. The maximum extension of the latch is 15 mm (0.67 in.) in the open position. A flat-blade screw driver is required for removal of the linking device.
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ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Mount on a Panel To install your linking device on a panel, complete the following steps. 1. Verify that the placement of the linking device allows for 50 mm (2 in.) of space on all sides for adequate ventilation and 75mm (3 in.) of space on the left side of the module if straight ControlNet taps are used.
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Wiring the Linking Device To wire the linking device, complete the following sections. Wire Requirements The Fieldbus Foundation recommendation for the cable connecting fieldbus devices is Type A, #18 AWG (0.8 mm ) shielded, twisted-pair wire. It is important to calculate how the planned topology for your fieldbus segment, selected wiring, supplied power, and intended mix of fieldbus devices may impact the overall performance of a fieldbus network.
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ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Network Access Port The NAP port is intended for temporary local programming purposes only and not WARNING intended for permanent connection. If you connect or disconnect the NAP cable with power applied to this module or any device on the NAP network, an electrical arc can occur.
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ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device H1 Terminal Block WARNING When you connect or disconnect the Removable Terminal Block (RTB) with field side power applied, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. ATTENTION Be careful when stripping wires.
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Power and Grounding WARNING If you connect or disconnect wiring while the field-side power is on, an electrical arc can occur. This could cause an explosion in hazardous location installations. Be sure that power is removed or the area is nonhazardous before proceeding. ATTENTION Do not exceed 3 m (9.84 ft) total wiring length on the 24V DC power connection.
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Resetting the Linking Device The linking device can be reset in the following ways. Shaded cells indicate the reset types described in this manual. When you reset the linking device, it no longer communicates with other fieldbus IMPORTANT devices.
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device IMPORTANT After you complete any type of reset, verify that the time and time zone are still correct. Reset Configuration The Reset Configuration deletes all downloaded fieldbus configurations. The linking device retains its Ethernet network configuration and web page password information through this reset.
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Status Indicators Use the following information to interpret the status indicators. 1757-FFLDC2 1757-FFLDC4 43574 Publication 1757-IN022A-EN-P - July 2008...
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Module Status Indicators Indicator State Description The H1 channel is inactive. Verify that the linking device is connected to the H1 network. Flashing green The linking device H1 channel is active. STATUS No power - Module does not have 24V DC power. (module) Flashing green Standby - Module not configured.
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ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device ControlNet Status Indicators 44427 When you connect the module to a ControlNet network using only the Network Access IMPORTANT Port (NAP), the status indicators are not accurate. ControlNet Network Troubleshooting (A AND B) Cause Action No power None or apply power to the linking device •...
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ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device ControlNet Channel Troubleshooting (A OR B) Cause Action Channel disabled Use RSNetWorx for ControlNet software to configure the ControlNet network for redundant media, if required Solid green Normal operation None • Check media for broken cables, loose connectors, or missing Flashing Temporary network errors green/off...
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Specifications ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device - 1757-FFLDC2, 1757-FFLDC4 Specifications Attribute Value Physical interfaces 2 or 4 H1 F Fieldbus interfaces OUNDATION 1 redundant media ControlNet interface 2 for FFLDC2, 4 for FFLDC4 Number of H1 networks per linking device Maximum number of fieldbus devices 16 (8…10 recommended)
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ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Certifications Value Certification (when product is marked) c-UL-us UL Listed for Class I, Division 2 Group A,B,C,D Hazardous Locations, certified for U.S. and Canada. See UL File E194810. European Union 2004/108/EC EMC Directive, compliant with: EN 61326-1;...
ControlNet Foundation Fieldbus Linking Device Additional Resources These documents contain additional information concerning related Rockwell Automation products. Resource Description ControlNet F Fieldbus Linking Provides information on using the 1757-FFLDC linking device and OUNDATION Device User Manual, the associated web pages. publication 1757-UM011 RSFieldbus Installation Guide,...
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