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Network Inputs are numbered 1 - 16. Bits in the corresponding PLC word are typically numbered 0
- 15. A Modicon PLC will use bit 16 – 1.
It is possible to have a physical input wrapped around to an network output (for monitoring
purposes) by first map the input to an 'Available I/O' point, and then map the same Available I/O
point to a network output.
In this example, we want logical I/O points that can cause a Warning or Fault visible in the
Network Outputs register (CIT Word 17), along with the logical outputs Ready, Running and
Good Feedrate. We only control one input, Run Permission.
This is how the digital inputs were mapped in the GCM for this example:
Digital output mapping:
Setting Up the Setpoint Source
The GCM Setpoint Source must be set to Network (Serial): Advanced Setup, Feeder Control,
Source. The setpoint is taken from CIT word 46 and 47.
Connect the Host or Interface to the GCM and Check Communications
Use a cable designed for RS-422. There should be two pairs, individually shielded, with a
characteristic impedance of around 150Ω. Belden 9368 or equivalent is a good alternative. Add
121Ω terminating resistors at both ends of the RS485 line. Connect one between Rx+ and Rx-
and one between terminals Tx+ and TX- at each end of the cable for a total of four resistors. The
pin numbering on the GCM is left to right as you look at the serial connector. See the picture on
the next page. The GCM receives data on terminals 6 and 7 (Rx+ and Rx-), and transmits, after
being correctly addressed, on terminals 8 and 9 (Tx+ and Tx-).
The RS485 interface allows for up to 50V common mode swing with respect to the 24V DC
negative terminal on the GCM.
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