Specifications

SLC 500 Programmable Controllers and I/O Modules

Ethernet Network

The TCP/IP Ethernet network is a local-area network designed for the high-speed exchange of information

between computers and related devices. With its high bandwidth (10 Mbps to 100 Mbps), an Ethernet

network allows many computers, controllers, and other devices to communicate over vast distances.

At the information layer, an Ethernet network provides enterprise-wide systems access to plant-floor data.

With an Ethernet network you have many possibilities because you can maximize communication between

the great variety of equipment available from vendors. TCP/IP is the protocol used by the Internet. Ethernet

connectivity for the SLC 500 is provided by the SLC 5/05 processor; see page 10 for more details.

ControlNet Network

The ControlNet network is an open, high-speed deterministic network used for transmitting time-critical information. It provides real-time

control and messaging services for peer-to-peer communication. As a high-speed link between controllers and I/O devices, a ControlNet

network combines the capabilities of existing Universal Remote I/O and DH+ networks. You can connect a variety of devices to a

ControlNet network, including personal computers, controllers, operator interface devices, drives, I/O modules, and other devices with

ControlNet connections.

At the control layer, a ControlNet network combines the functionality of an I/O network and a peer-to-peer messaging network.

This open network provides the performance required for critical control data, such as I/O updates and controller-to-controller

interlocking. ControlNet also supports transfers of non-critical data, such as program uploads, downloads, and messaging.

ControlNet connectivity for the SLC 500 is provided by the following interfaces:

1747-KFC15 ControlNet Messaging Module

The 1747-KFC15 module provides unscheduled ControlNet network connection for SLC 5/03 and higher processors. With unscheduled

messaging, the SLC controller program can send peer-to-peer messages or be accessed and edited over the ControlNet network using

RSLogix 500 programming software.

Features

• 4-digit, 7-segment display for node address and module status

• Node address set via rotary switches (in decimal)

• RS-232 KFC-to-SLC cable included

• RJ-45 Network Access Port

• Media redundancy (Dual BNC connectors)

• Module powered directly from the SLC chassis backplane

•Software upgradable via ControlFlash