As-Interface: Maintenance and Troubleshooting Guide

FACTORY AUTOMATION
AS-INTERFACE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

Edition 3.0
Table of Contents
As-Interface Basics.................................................................. 3 Addressing Modules................................................................ 4 Handheld Programmer. ............................................................ 5 Gateway Quick Start................................................................ 6 Gateway Advanced Features.................................................. 7 Exchanging SafetyNodes. ........................................................ 8 Exchanging SafetyMonitors.................................................... 9 LED Functionality (Modules)................................................. 10 LED Functionality (SafetyMonitors)...................................... 11 Repeaters................................................................................ 12 Analyzer. .................................................................................. 14 Terminator and Tuner............................................................. 15 Building Networks.................................................................. 16 Power Supplies....................................................................... 18 Helpful Wiring Hints............................................................... 20 Common Problems and Solutions........................................ 30
As-Interface Basics
Use only certied modules, gateways/scanners, and power supplies. Total segment cable length is 100 m. This includes the total of all trunk and drop lines. One AS-Interface power supply is required per segment. For example, a network with two repeaters requires three power supplies. Exactly one gateway/scanner is required per network. 31 addresses maximum; extended addressing, 1-31a and 1-31b, is permitted on 2.1 and 3.0 spec. networks for a total of 62 nodes. Address 0 (the factory default address) is used for automatic addressing and is not permitted on a running system. Modules with extended addressing and 4-in/4-out are permitted only on networks where an M4 (3.0) master is used. Update time per module is 150 s. The formula for scan time is 150 s x (number of addresses + 2). - Single addresses require one scan. - Dual addresses (a and b) require two scans. - Dual addresses (a and b) 3.0 4-in/4-out require two scans for inputs and 4 scans for outputs. - Analog modules (2.1) require seven scans per point. - Analog modules (3.0) require three or four scans per point.
Network cable can be run in any topology. No shield or termination is required. Specication-compliant at or round cable must be used. Do not ground either AS-i + or under any circumstances anywhere on the network (ground fault). The network has a differential communication signal.
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Addressing Modules
If only one module has failed: remove failed module, connect new module. As long as the new module is identical (i.e., has the same I/O and ID codes and has address 0 before connection), no additional steps are necessary.
Handheld Programmer
The handheld programmer is a diagnostic tool that is used to read the inputs or set the outputs on a module. This is often done to isolate and troubleshoot a specic I/O point.
Procedure to Read Inputs and Set Outputs

Make sure the handheld is in ADDR mode. This allows the address to be read. Press the MODE button until the ADDR mode is selected. Press ADR button and verify address is not zero. (If zero, see previous page to set valid address.) Change mode to DATA by pressing the MODE button 4x or 7x depending on module type. (Menu will repeat if you go to far.) Use arrow buttons to select output value. Press and hold PRG button to turn outputs on. Press and hold ADR button to read inputs. Note: The chart below shows which inputs or outputs are activated when the hexadecimal digit is displayed. Display Inputs Outputs
0 none none 8 I4 O4 1 I1 O1 9 I4, I1 O4, O1 2 I2 O2 A I4, I2 3 I1, I2 O1, O2 b I4, I2, I1
If more than one module has failed: remove all failed modules, use handheld programmer VBP-HH1 to manually assign addresses to all but one replacement module, the last replacement module will receive its address automatically. Note: The VAZ-PK-1.5M-V1-G addressing cable is required to work with any module using an addressing jack.
Setting an Address Using Handheld Programmer

1. Connect the module to the handheld using either the addressing cable, M12 receptacle, or direct connection. 2. Press the ADR button to display the current address of the module. 3. Use arrow buttons to choose new address. 4. Press PRG button to set selected address. 5. Press ADR button to conrm address. The diagnostic LEDs on the gateway/scanner indicate a fault when one or more modules are missing or are not properly connected to network.
E MOD PRG ADR
Data Bits Inputs Outputs

4 I3 O3 c I4, I3
D3 I4 O4 5 I1, I3 O1, O3 d
D2 I3 O3 6 I2, I3 O2, O3 E
D1 I2 O2 7
D0 I1 O1
I1, I2, I3 O1, O2, O3 F I4, I3, I2, I1
Display Inputs Outputs
I4, I3, I1 I4, I3, I2
O4, O2 O4, O2, O1 O4, O3 O4, O3, O1 O4, O3, O2 O4, O3, O2, O1
Gateway Quick Start

The gateway detects when modules are added or removed from the network and indicates a Cong Error. For gateways with a graphical display, use the following procedure to make the detected conguration (i.e., all modules found on the network) the active conguration.
Cong Error LED ON Press OK Press OK
STORE AS-I CONFIGURATION OK STORE + PRJ MODE
Gateway Advanced Features

Some gateways have advanced diagnostic features that can assist in nding network problems. The built-in fault detector will display new and old network errors. All advanced diagnostics are found on the display by going to ADV. DIAGNOSIS > AS-I CIRCUIT x > ...
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RS 232
1. 5
UNKNOWN SLAVE
WARNING: OUTPUTS MAY BE RESET
Error Counters
If a node requires at least two consecutive retries, counts will appear on the display next to that node address. A clean network will have few or no retries. Single retries are automatically handled at the AS-Interface chip level and cannot be detected using the gateway. (Counts always go up by two.) If any node has six consecutive retries, it appears in the LCS with an X by the node address. (This node caused a conguration error.)
ESC
+ASI-
Mode
ASI +ASI- +PWR- NC NC
Set
OK
Press OK Press
DEVICENET QUICK SETUP SETUP IO + PARAM. TEST
Press OK Press
STORE AS-I CONFIGURATION STORE + RUN STORE + PRJ MODE
Press ESC twice Cong Error LED OFF
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CONFIGURATION OK
ERROR COUNTERS RESET 1A - 0 2A - 0 LCS LIST OF CORRUPTED SLAVES RESET APF - I 1A - x FAULT DETECTOR RESET HISTORIC: EFLT OVRV NOIS ACTUAL: EFLT OVRV NOIS DUP ASI ADR: 0 I 31B HELP: EFLT EARTH FAULT NOIS NOISE DUP ASI ADR DUPLICATE ASI SLAVE ADDRESS
Gateway LED Fuctionality

LED
Power Config Error U AS-i
AS-i Active PRG Enable PRJ Mode
Fault Detector
The following errors occurred in the past (HISTORIC) or are currently happening (ACTUAL). Duplicate addresses are also displayed on this screen. EFLT: An earth or ground fault has occurred. Check to make sure that AS-i + or - is not touching machine ground anywhere. OVRV: A power spike occurred on AS-i such that the AS-i voltage was too high. NOIS: Noise was detected. Route AS-i cable away from potential noise sources.
Indication
On (Green) On (Red) Flashing (Red) On (Green) On (Green) On (Green) On (Yellow)
Meaning
Power on One slave missing or extra slave on the network Peripheral fault on network AS-i network is sufficiently powered AS-i network operating normally in either configuration or protected mode Exactly one slave is missing in protected operating mode and automatic addressing is allowed AS-i master is in configuration mode
Exchanging SafetyNodes
Compared to standard modules, exchanging a SafetyNode requires a few additional steps. See procedure for single and multiple node replacement.
Exchanging SafetyMonitors
1. Disconnect the failed SafetyMonitor from the 24 V DC power supply. Both L+ and M must be removed! 2. Use the special download cable, VAZ-SIMON-RJ45. Connect the new and old SafetyMonitors together.
Exchanging a Single Failed SafetyNode

1. Remove SafetyNode. 2. Lightly press the Service button on all affected SafetyMonitors. LEDs 1, 2, and 3 will cycle slowly on the SafetyMonitor. 3. Connect replacement SafetyNode. Make sure it receives an AS-i address and its inputs are closed so that full safety-code sequences are received by the SafetyMonitor. 4. Press the Service button on all affected SafetyMonitors. If successful, LEDs 1, 2, 3 will turn off and the SafetyMonitor will start normally.
Service
Service
Removable terminal release tabs
Exchanging Multiple Failed SafetyNodes

1. Remove all defective SafetyNodes. 2. Use handheld programmer VBP-HH1 to manually assign all addresses. (See page 4.) Conrm there is no conguration error on gateway/ scanner. (Make sure all e-stops are pressed, all gates are open, and all light curtains are broken such that S1 and S2 safety input LEDs are off on all recently replaced SafetyNodes.) 3. The safety sequence must now be taught by following the procedure in Exchanging a Single Failed SafetyNode. Repeat this procedure for every recently replaced SafetyNode on the network. ATTENTION! After replacing the defective SafetyNodes, make certain to check the new modules for correct functionality. The replacement SafetyMonitor must be new with no conguration or have a conguration that is not validated.
3. Power up replacement SafetyMonitor by connecting both L+ and M. 4. Press the Service button on replacement SafetyMonitor. On the replacement SafetyMonitor, active transmission is indicated when the yellow READY LED is illuminated. Transfer is complete when the GREEN and YELLOW LEDs are both lit.
5. Disconnect defective SafetyMonitor and move all cables to replacement SafetyMonitor. (Version 2.14 has keyed removable terminals. Press the release tab in at the top of the monitor and pull terminals straight up to remove.)
LED Functionality (Modules)

IN1 IN2
LED Functionality (SafetyMonitors)

LED AS-i 1
Service
O1 O2
IN3
AS-i 1 2 3
AS-i S 1 2 3
LED AS-i 2 Output circuit 1

1 READY 2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT
I3
I4
IN4
Output circuit 2 (on dual-channel units only)
PWR FAULT AUX
II
LED Indication
Off On (Green) Flashing (Green) Off
Indication
Off On (Green) Off
Meaning
No 30 V AS-i connection to AS-i+ and AS-i- terminals Normal Normal operation No AS-i communication or monitor address not stored in gateway/scanner Waiting for start condition or door unlock condition Safety module test, local acknowledge required, or diagnostic stop enabled Contacts of the output switching elements closed Delay time runs in event of Stop Category 1 Contacts of the output switching elements open Error on level of the monitored AS-i components Internal device error; power cycle is required
LED
PWR AS-i
Meaning
No power Normal Address 0 (FAULT LED on) or peripheral fault (FAULT LED flashing) Normal No AS-i communication; check address Peripheral fault; check I/O No power Normal No AS-i communication; check address Address 0 Peripheral fault; check I/O No AUX power; check black AS-Interface cable Normal Input OFF; no AUX power or wire broken Input ON Output OFF; no AUX power or output not set by PLC Output ON Output shorted/overloaded (if supported by module)
AS-i 1
AS-i 2
On (Red) On (Yellow)
1 READY
FAULT
On (Red) Flashing (Red) Off On (Green)
Flashing (Yellow) On (Green) Flashing (Green) On (Red) Flashing (Red) Simultaneously flashing rapidly
2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT 1 READY 2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT 1 READY 2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT 1 READY 2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT
PWR/FLT
On (Red) Alternating (Red/Yellow) Alternating (Red/Green) OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON ON
AUX I In O Out
Cycling slowly
Learning safety code sequences
Off
No 24 V supply connected to L+ and M terminals
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Repeaters
The communication path between an AS-i module and gateway/scanner must not go through more than two repeaters. This example shows a network with ve segments, four repeaters and a total length of 500 m. Note the position of the gateway in the middle segment.
AS-Interface Power Supply AS-Interface Scanner/Gateway
I/O Module I/O Module
Repeaters
AS-Interface Power Supply I/O Module I/O Module AS-Interface Power Supply Repeater
AS-Interface Power Supply
AS-Interface Power Supply Repeater Repeater Repeater Repeater
AS-Interface Scanner/Gateway I/O Module I/O Module
I/O Module
I/O Module
I/O Module
I/O Module
I/O Module
100 m total cable length
Wiring field-mount repeater, VAR-G4F
A repeater adds a second galvanically isolated segment to the AS-i network. Because only communication passes through the repeater a second power supply is required. Never put more than one power supply on a segment!
R FL 1 T1
AS-Interface Power Supply Enclosure Repeater I/O Module
LED
PWR FAULT
Indication
Off Off On (Red)
Meaning
No power supply connected Normal No communication
AS-Interface segment 1
FL T2 PW R
PW
AS-Interface segment 2
On (Green) Normal
A network that is properly setup will have: 12
AS-Interface Scanner/Gateway I/O Module
I/O Module
one gateway/scanner, one power supply per segment, no segment with more than 100 m total cable length, no module separated from the gateway/scanner by more than two repeaters.
Wiring enclosure-mount repeaters, VAR-KE3-TERM or VAR-KE2
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Analyzer
The network analyzer, VAZ-ANALYZER, provides information about network stability and allows detailed analysis of protocol-specic communication detail. There are two modes of operation. The rst is online statistics where the overall health of the network is read. The second is trace mode where individual AS-i telegrams are recorded, ltered, and viewed for later analysis. This mode is often used to track down specic input, output or timing problems.
Terminator and Tuner

The fixed terminator, VAZ-TERM, extends the network to 200 m, and the tuner, VAZ-TUNER, extends the AS-i network to 300 m. These devices, however, will not correct problems caused by noise or bad AS-i cable.
Requirements for Installation

The best network to extend is linear. A network that has many drops/branches may not be extendable. The power supply must be located at one end of the network segment and the terminator/tuner at the other end. If a repeater is to be used, an Advanced repeater is required. The advanced repeaters VAR-G4F or VAR-KE3-TERM (with termination switch built in) have a faster response time, which is required to couple long segments together. Always use analyzer VAZ-ANALYZER to verify network integrity.
Online Statistics
Advance statistics (check for) - Little or no missing telegrams - No slave telegrams without master call Consecutive errors - Make sure consecutive errors are kept to a minimum. (6x = conguration error) Network overview - Check to make sure all connected nodes are green. I/O data - Verify that the input and output data is correct. - Find out if a certain input is ickering or turning on for a short time by running a trace on that input.
Tuning Procedure
Gateway/scanner: 1. Put in conguration mode by holding mode button for 5 seconds. Tuner: 1. Rotate mode switch to 2 (tuning). 2. Press set button until LEDs strobe red, yellow, green, red....
Tuner LED Indication
LED
Error Warning Green
Indication
On (Red)
Meaning
Greater than 5% retries
On (Yellow) 1% to 5% retries On (Green) Less than 1% retries
Terminator LED Indication
Indication
Off
Meaning
No power or voltage below 18.5 V
On (Yellow) Voltage above 18.5 V On (Green) Voltage above 26 V
4. When strobing stops (this may take several minutes), rotate mode switch to 3 (run). 14
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Building Networks
AS-Interface networks are easy to build with only a few guidelines. Communication between a gateway/scanner and module cannot pass through more than two repeaters. Additional network wiring restrictions are necessary if terminators or tuners are used to build even longer networks. Terminators and tuners should be located as far away from the power supply as possible within the segment. Use only VAR-G4F and VAR-KE3-TERM advanced repeaters when using terminators and tuners to extend the network. Use an AS-i analyzer to verify proper terminator and tuner operation. See Terminator and Tuner section for proper tuning procedure. Tune the segments only in conguration mode (PRJ mode LED on). Tune segments one at a time starting with segments closest to the gateway/scanner. Disconnect segments that are not already tuned.
Building Networks
Terminator
Power Supply
Terminator
Power Supply
Terminator
AS-Interface Scanner/Gateway Repeater Repeater
600 m network using repeaters and terminators
Power Supply
Power Supply Tuner
Power Supply Tuner
Power Supply Tuner
300 m network using repeaters

900 m network using repeaters and tuners

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Power Supplies
Power supplies used for AS-Interface are specically designed for this network. No standard DC power supply can be used unless it rst goes through a power conditioner. Only a few wiring guidlines are required: Exactly one AS-Interface power supply is required for each segment. Some gateways have duplicate address detection. To use this feature, the power supply must be connected directly to the dedicated terminal (labeled +PWR-) on the gateway.
Power Supplies
13 14 + + GND - SYS AS-i OK
13 14 + + GND - -
VAN-115/230AC-K21-EFD
prj mode AS-i act PWR prg enable
VAN-115/230AC-K21-EFD DC OK EFD Reset
RS-232
mode
set
EFD int. EFD ext.
DC OK EFD Reset
EFD int. EFD ext.
Standard power supply wiring

Attach standard AC input voltage here 115/230 V switch (Only on K24 supply)
Power supplies with ground fault detection

AS-Interface Network 1 Floating EFD output + Connect to AS-i segment here (Connect ground terminal to machine ground and the shield of AS-i cable if used) Power OK (Green)
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AS-Interface Network 2
PE N L
13 14 + + GND - -
Dual network A-B ControlLogix scanner card connected to two power supplies with ground fault detection
RS 232
VAN-115/230AC-K21-EFD
LED Power (Green) LED Overload (Red)

DeviceNet connector AS-i 1 V+ (Red) 2 CAN H (White) AS-i + 3 Shield 4 CAN L (Blue) Ground 5 V- (Black)
DeviceNet connector 1 2 3 4 5 V+ (Red) CAN H (White) Shield CAN L (Blue) V- (Black) L Display
Connect AS-i segment here (Connect ground terminal to machine ground and the shield of AS-i cable if used)
RS 232
EFD int. EFD ext.
DC OK EFD Reset
Ground fault indication LED (Red) Reset button: press < 1 s simulates ground fault, RS 232press > 2 s to reset ground fault Internal/external ground fault switch: EFD int. shuts off on ground fault, use pushbutton to reset EFT ext. automatically recovers from ground fault (default)
PE N L
PE N L
N Display
ESC
Mode
Attach standard AC input voltage here
ASI1 ASI2 +ASI- +PWR- +ASI2- +PWR-
Set
OK
AS-i AS-i + Ground
AS-i AS-i + Ground
Power supply connection for gateways

ESC
Ground +ASI-
Mode
Set
OK
Ground
ESC
Mode Set
OK
AS-i Network AS-i Power Supply AS-i Network 1 AS-i Network 1 Power Supply AS-i Network 2 Power Supply AS-i Network 2
Dual network gateway with duplicate address detection connected to two standard AS-i power supplies
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Helpful Wiring Hints

DONT DO
Dont run AS-i cable parallel to potential noise Separate AS-i cable and noisy cable by at sources. least 0.2 m.

DONT
Dont locate terminator/tuner next to the AS-i power supply.
DO
Place the AS-i power supply at one end of the network and terminator/tuner at the other end.
DONT
Dont fasten yellow AS-i and black auxiliary cable on top of each other.
0.2 m
DO
Separate the black and yellow flat cables. Outputs connected to drives or motors can cause black AUX cable to be noisy.
DONT
DO
Dont use noncompliant or out of specification Use correct wiring practices when using AS-i cable i.e., twisted, shielded, or, wrong shielded cable including cable length impedance. reduction to 80 m max. and land shield on GND terminal on power supply.
AS-i AS-i + Ground
AS-i AS-i + Ground
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DONT DO
Dont power standard devices with AS-i cable. Power only AS-i certified devices with the AS-i cable. AS-i devices have special filtering components that safely pull power from the network.
PNP Sensor PNP Sensor

DONT
Dont ground AS-i anywhere on the network under any circumstances.
DO
Allow the AS-i signal to float properly. AS-i derives much of its noise immunity from this floating signal. Tying one lead to ground will interfere with the AS-i communication.
DONT
Dont place AS-i and noisy components next to each other in a panel.
DO
Keep the AS-i components on one side of panel and high-frequency drive components on the other. Separate them with a metal divider, if possible, and make sure cables do not exit at the same location.
AS-i AS-i + Ground AS-i AS-i + Ground
DONT
Dont neglect to check the number of retries on the AS-i network.
DO
Use the AS-i analyzer to ensure that the network is error free. Capturing the network health during project buyoff can relieve machine builders of future liability if changes are made.
ERROR COUNTERS RESET 1A - 48 2A - 6
ERROR COUNTERS RESET 1A - 0 2A - 0
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DONT
Dont use more than two repeaters in a row.

DO DONT
Dont use more than one AS-i power supply on a network.
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DO
For redundancy, use two standard 30 V power supplies connected to a power condintioner.
PE N L
Use repeaters in a star topology around the AS-i scanner/gateway, or use a terminator and tuner to maximize the network length.
Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply
RS 232
PE N L
ESC
+ASI-
AS-Interface Scanner/Gateway Repeater Repeater Repeater
Mode
Set
OK
AS-i AS-i + Ground
AS-i AS-i + Ground
100 m
100 m
100 m
100 m
Power Supply Power Supply Power Supply
PO W E MN R S CO NF IG AS ER -i R AS -i A PR CTIV G E E PR NA J M BLE OD E
RS 232
Terminator

ESC
+ASI-
PWR 1 U>26 V
Mode
PWR 2
U>28 V
Set
OK
+ + NC +30 V 0 V FE
100 m
100 m
200 m
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DONT
Dont use one power supply to power two networks.

DO
I/O Module Wiring

DONT DO
Dont use the input power terminals (IN+, IN-) Use these terminals to provide power to for anything other than what they were sensors and other input type devices only. designed for; powering sensors.
RS 232
PE N L
Use the dual-channel power conditioner, VAN-KE2-2PE, or use two separate power supplies, one for each network.
ESC
Mode
Set
OK
AS-i AS-i + Ground
PE N L
I 1 I 2 I 3 I 4 IN1 IN2 IN3 IN4 I+ 1 I + 2 I + 3 I+ 4
I 1 I 2 I 3 I 4 IN1 IN2 IN3 IN4 I+ 1 I + 2 I + 3 I+ 4
+ +
RS 232
PE N L
ESC
Mode
DONT
OK
DO
Allow the AS-i module to completely power inputs connected to the module if designed to do so. If the resistance to ground is <10 M inputs should be powered externally.
Set
AS-i AS-i + Ground
AS-i AS-i + Ground
Dont ground input signals that are powered by the AS-i network through the I/O modules.
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DONT
Dont run inputs connected to safety modules with long cables or run inputs close to potential noise sources.

DO DONT
Dont run the AS-i + and AS-i - wires apart in the same enclosure.
DO
Do run the AS-i conductors together preferably in the same jacket. This eliminates current loops and allows proper noise rejection to occur on the network.
Place AS-i safety modules as close as possible to safe inputs or use Safety at Work components with direct communication to AS-i. The safety sequence runs over safe input lines and any disruption of this sequence can cause nuisance shutdowns.
PE N L
AS-i AS-i + Ground
PE N L
AS-i AS-i + Ground
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Common Problems and Solutions

The number 41 is on the gateway display. There is no AS-i communication. What do I do? Check to ensure that exactly one power supply is used for each AS-i segment. This can be checked easily by powering down each of the AS-i power supplies, one at a time. The PWR LEDs on all of the nodes within each segment must go off. The U-AS-i LED on the segment connected to the AS-i gateway/scanner must also go off. Make sure the AS-i power supply is not being used to power auxiliary devices. Disconnect the auxiliary power supply. Walk around to every AS-i node and make sure that the AUX LED is off. The node is addressed correctly and connected to the network. The PWR LED is red and the AS-i scanner cant see the node. What do I do? Check for duplicate addresses. Use gateways or safety monitors with duplicate address detection. If these gateways are wired properly (see pg. 19), problems can be found easily. If this feature is not available, read the LDS (List of Detected Slaves) and check the nodes on the network. These addresses must match exactly. Disconnect duplicate and see if node appears. If so, a node with same address exists somewhere else on the network. How do I know if my network is running properly by using the LEDs on the scanner/gateway and the LEDs on the nodes? A properly running AS-i network will have the following LED states: Gateway/Scanner LEDs
Power/PWR Config Error/FAULT U AS-I AS-i Active/act PRG enable PRJ Mode OK/SYS On (Green) Off On (Green) On (Green) Off Off On (Green) (scanner cards only)
Common Problems and Solutions

40 Ofine phase: There is no power to the AS-i network causing it to be ofine; or the network has been taken ofine manually using the keypad or data bits in the PLC/PC. Gateway would say OFF-LINE by host if this was the cause. 41 Detection phase: Gateway will remain in this phase until at least one node is found. Place nodes on network making sure there are no duplicate addresses. Also check for miswired power supply, two power supplies on one network, one power supply on two networks, or the use of a noncompliant 24 V DC power supply. My network is unstable. What are possible causes, and how do I x them? AS-i cable length could be too long or noncompliant cable was used. AS-i cable length is measured as the sum of the trunk cable and all drops. The AS-i specication, though conservative, is 100 m maximum. Exceeding this length could result in unnecessary retries by the AS-i scanner/gateway. Reduce the segment length by adding a repeater and power supply. Make sure that new segments are under the 100 m limit. NOTE: When over length network problems occur, the nodes closest to the AS-i master/scanner are often those that are most affected. I connected a new AS-i module to the network and stored the conguration. It wont communicate. What could be the problem? Check in the AS-i Reference & Buyers Guide for the minimum master specication you must have to use this module properly. If a node has 4 in/4 out and extended addressing, it can only be used on M4 (3.0) masters Nodes with extended addressing that are used on 2.0 (M0, M1, M2) masters must leave parameter bit P3 on and data bit D3 off. These bits, used to toggle between A/B addresses in spec. 2.1, are dened only as data bits in earlier specs. Changing these bits will cause the nodes to go ofine. I am looking at the retry counters on the gateway and notice that the number of retries is signicant. What can I do to eliminate them? Frequently, it is only one AS-interface node that is causing a problem on the AS-i network. This is usually due to miswired components in remote panels. Use the retry counters in the gateways or, even better, use the AS-i analyzer to connect nodes one at a time. When a node is added that starts generating retries anywhere on the network, the cause is probably in the wiring to that node. NOTE: A network retry of a node on AS-i does not mean that the problem is with that particular node. The AS-i network is connected to all nodes, so a wiring problem on one node can affect the entire network.
Node LEDs
PWR(AS-i) FAULT PWR(AS-i)/FAULT AUX On (Green) Off On (Green) On (Green)
What do the numbers mean on the gateways 2-digit, 7-segment display? Gateways/scanners will show AS-i addresses and error codes on the display. While in run mode, (PRJ LED off) the display should be blank. Numbers on the display that range from 1-31 are addresses of the nodes that are faulted; they are not error codes. Numbers greater than 31are gateway error codes. The two most common error codes are 40 and 41.
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What are some common issues that may occur in an AS-Interface network?

FACTORY AUTOMATION

AS-INTERFACE MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

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Procedure to Read Inputs and Set Outputs

Setting an Address Using Handheld Programmer

Data Bits Inputs Outputs

I1, I2, I3 O1, O2, O3 F I4, I3, I2, I1

Display Inputs Outputs

I4, I3, I1 I4, I3, I2

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Gateway Quick Start

Gateway Advanced Features

WARNING: OUTPUTS MAY BE RESET

ASI +ASI- +PWR- NC NC

Press ESC twice Cong Error LED OFF

Gateway LED Fuctionality

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Exchanging a Single Failed SafetyNode

Removable terminal release tabs

Exchanging Multiple Failed SafetyNodes

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LED Functionality (Modules)

LED Functionality (SafetyMonitors)

LED AS-i 2 Output circuit 1

Output circuit 2 (on dual-channel units only)

PWR FAULT AUX

On (Red) Flashing (Red) Off On (Green)

2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT 1 READY 2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT 1 READY 2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT 1 READY 2 ON 3 OFF/FAULT

On (Red) Alternating (Red/Yellow) Alternating (Red/Green) OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON ON

Learning safety code sequences

No 24 V supply connected to L+ and M terminals

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AS-Interface Power Supply

AS-Interface Power Supply

AS-Interface Power Supply Repeater Repeater Repeater Repeater

AS-Interface Scanner/Gateway I/O Module I/O Module

100 m total cable length

100 m total cable length

100 m total cable length

100 m total cable length

100 m total cable length

Wiring field-mount repeater, VAR-G4F

AS-Interface Power Supply Enclosure Repeater I/O Module

A network that is properly setup will have: 12

AS-Interface Scanner/Gateway I/O Module

AS-Interface Power Supply

Wiring enclosure-mount repeaters, VAR-KE3-TERM or VAR-KE2

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Terminator and Tuner

Requirements for Installation

Tuner LED Indication