Installation Instructions SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block Catalog Number 1751-SL4SP Use this document as a guide when you install a SynchLink 4-port splitter block.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block Important User Information Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those responsible for the application and use of this control equipment must satisfy themselves that all necessary steps have been taken to assure that each application and use meets all performance and safety requirements, including any applicable laws, regulations, codes and standards.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 3 SynchLink Overview We designed the SynchLink system to provide the synchronization and coordination of drive and motion control applications that are based on ControlLogix and PowerFlex 700s stations. About the SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block The 4-port splitter block converts electrical signals coming from the base block to optical signals and retransmits them simultaneously through four output ports.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block Prevent Electrostatic Discharge ATTENTION ! Electrostatic discharge can damage integrated circuits or semiconductors if you touch backplane connector pins. Follow these guidelines when you handle the splitter block: • • • • • • Touch a grounded object to discharge static potential. Wear an approved wrist-strap grounding device. Do not touch the backplane connector or connector pins. Do not touch circuit components inside the splitter block.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 5 2. Hook the lip on the rear of the splitter block onto the top of the DIN rail, and rotate the splitter block onto the rail. 31203b-M 3. Press the splitter block down onto the DIN rail until flush. The locking tab should snap into position and lock the splitter block to the DIN rail. If the tab does not snap into position, follow step 4. If the tab does snap into position, proceed to step 5.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 4. Use a screwdriver or similar device to move the locking tab down while pressing the splitter block flush onto the DIN rail. Release the locking tab to lock the splitter block in place. If necessary, push up on the locking tab to lock. 31203c-M 5. Once attached to the DIN rail, slide the splitter block to the left to mate with the base block or another splitter block.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 7 6. Use DIN rail end anchors to secure the units together. (Allen-Bradley catalog number 1492-EAH35) ATTENTION ! Make certain that the splitter block and base block are secured together with DIN rail anchors. Failure to do so may result in the loss of communications and/or cause damage to the blocks. Failure to use the DIN rail interlocks in hazardous location installations could cause an explosion. 7.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block Indicators Figure 2 identifies the status indicators on the splitter block. Figure 2 - Status indicators CH1 CH4 CH 1 CH 2 POWER ON CH 3 CH 4 CH3 CH2 Power ON 31221-M This table helps you to interpret the status indicators.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 9 Mounting Dimensions Figure 3 provides mounting dimensions for the splitter block. Figure 3 - Mounting dimensions 4.084 in. (104 mm) 3.94 in. (100 mm) 2.76 in. (70.1 mm) 3.6 in. (91.4 mm) 3.81 in.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block European Communities (EC) Directive Compliance If this product has the CE mark it is approved for installation within the European Union and EEA regions. It has been designed and tested to meet the following directives.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 11 Hazardous Location information The following information applies when operating this equipment in hazardous locations: Products marked “CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D” are suitable for use in Class I Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D, Hazardous Locations and nonhazardous locations only. Each product is supplied with markings on the rating nameplate indicating the hazardous location temperature code.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block Informations sur l’utilisation de cet équipement en environnements dangereux : Les produits marqués « CL I, DIV 2, GP A, B, C, D » ne conviennent qu’à une utilisation en environnements de Classe I Division 2 Groupes A, B, C, D dangereux et non dangereux. Chaque produit est livré avec des marquages sur sa plaque d’identification qui indiquent le code de température pour les environnements dangereux.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 13 Rockwell Automation Support Rockwell Automation offers support services worldwide, with over 75 sales/support offices, over 500 authorized distributors, and 260 authorized systems integrators located throughout the United States alone, plus Rockwell Automation representatives in every major country around the world.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block Specifications Communication Rate 5M bit/s Splitter Block Power Consumption 5V dc input from 1751-SLBA 0.300 A @ 5.
SynchLink 4-port Splitter Block 15 Notes: Publication 1751-IN002A-EN-P - March 2001
Allen-Bradley, ControlLogix, PowerFlex 700s, and SynchLink are trademarks of Rockwell Automation. Publication 1751-IN002A-EN-P - March 2001 PN 957345-11 © 2001 Rockwell International Corporation. Printed in the U.S.A.
