Technical data

Function keys:
F7
OK
The "OK" function key enters the data. If the module file
does not yet exist it is set up after confirmation.
F8
SELECT
If you press this key, a selection list is displayed with
possible entries for fields which cannot be edited freely.
Select entries from the list with the cursor keys and
enter them in the field with the return key.
Guidelines for network parameter values
:
The network parameters depend on the number of active stations, the
characteristics of the end systems and the data rates. The bus parameters
are calculated in the global network parameters screen according to the
following values:
The calculation of the target rotation time (TTR) is explained in the
appendix.
Baud
rate
(Kbps)
9.6 19.2 93.75 187.5 500 1500
Slot time
100 170 240 400 1000 3000
Setup
time
10 15 45 80 60 80
Minimum
station
delay
12 15 45 80 80 150
Maximum
station
delay
60 65 200 360 360 980
Gap
factor
(G)*
2 4 6203050
Table 6.1 Network Parameters (suggested values)
Basics of Configuration B8976060/02
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