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Table of Contents
Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Audience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ii
Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iii
Installing Your ControlNet PLC5 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Using This Chapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Handling the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Identifying ControlNet PLC5 Processor Components . . . . . . . . . . 14
Setting the I/O Chassis Backplane Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Setting the I/O Chassis Configuration Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing Keying Bands for the Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing and Disposing of the Processor Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Selecting the DH+ Station Address of Channel 1A . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Specifying the Serial Interface of Channel 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Selecting the ControlNet Network Address of Channel 2 . . . . . . . . 111
Inserting/Removing the Processor into/from the I/O Chassis . . . . . 112
Installing a Remote I/O Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Installing a DH+ Link . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114
Connecting to a ControlNet Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115
Connecting a Programming Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116
Selecting Appropriate Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118
Planning to Use Your ControlNet PLC5 Processor . . . . . . 21

Understanding ControlNet I/O . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Understanding ControlNet I/O Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using the ControlNet PLC5 Processor in a ControlNet I/O System . 213
Converting from a Non ControlNet Remote I/O System to a
ControlNet I/O System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 215
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Configuring Your ControlNet System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Matching the Processor Configuration with the
ControlNet Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Defining Local Rack Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Editing ControlNet Node Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Editing ControlNet I/O Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Programming Your ControlNet System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using ControlNet Message Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Using the ControlNet I/O Transfer Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Using ControlNet Immediate Data Input and Output Instructions . . . 46
Using Selectable Timed Interrupts with a Program on a
ControlNet Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Monitoring and Troubleshooting Your ControlNet System 51

Using the General Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Using the ControlNet Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Using the 6200 Programming Software to Monitor ControlNet
Configuration and Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Processor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1
Processor Status File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B1

S:0S:2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B1
S:310 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B2
S:11S:12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B3
S:12S:16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B4
S:17S:27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B5
S:28S:61 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B6
S:62S:127 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B7
ControlNet Instruction Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C1

ControlNet I/O Transfer Instruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C1
Message Instructions on a ControlNet Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C1
Immediate Data I/O Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C2
ControlNet I/O MapEntry Status Words and Error Messages D1

I/O MapEntry Status Words . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D1
Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D2
Preface
Using This Manual
Introduction This manual describes how to install your processor as well as how to
plan for, configure, and use the features of a PLC-5/20Ct or PLC-5/40Ct
programmable controller that are unique to the ControlNett network.
For detailed information on features that the PLC-5/20C or PLC-5/40C

More programmable controllers share with the PLC-5/20t and -5/40t processors,
see the Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual,
publication 1785-6.5.12.
Audience The information in this manual is intended for engineers and technicians who
are installing, programming, and maintaining a control system that includes a
PLC-5/20C or PLC-5/40C programmable controller.
You should have a background in control-system applications and a basic

knowledge of:
programmable real-time control systems
the PLC-5R control system
your operation’s required systems and applications
Contents If you want to read about: Go to:

Installing your ControlNet PLC5 processor Chapter 1
Setting switches
Installing communication links
Planning to use your ControlNet PLC5 processor Chapter 2
Understanding ControlNet I/O
Using a ControlNet PLC5 processor
Using the 6200 Programming Software to configure your ControlNet system Chapter 3
Editing your ControlNet configuration
Editing ControlNet I/O mapping
Programming your ControlNet system Chapter 4
Monitoring and troubleshooting your ControlNet system Chapter 5
Using the status indicators
Monitoring the 6200 Programming Software configuration and status screens
Processor specifications Appendix A
Processor status file Appendix B
ControlNet instructions Appendix C
ControlNet I/O maptable entry status words and error messages Appendix D
Preface
Using This Manual
Terminology Term Description

ControlNet network communication architecture that allows the exchange of data between AllenBradley Company,
Inc. products and certified thirdparty products
connection opened communication path between two nodes on a ControlNet network
discrete I/O data transfer type of data transfer in which single units of I/O have discrete relationships with values in the
processor's data table; uses the processor's input and outputimage tables (I and O files);
configured on a pernode basis in the ControlNet I/O map table
frame single data transfer on a ControlNet link
drop cable cable that connects a ControlNet node to the trunk cable; integral part of 1786 taps
I/O map table table that you configure using the programming software to map data from an I/O chassis and
other devices on the ControlNet network to particular datatable file addresses
link collection of ControlNet nodes with unique network addresses in the range of 01107; segments
connected by repeaters make up a link; links connected by bridges make up a network
maptable entry one entry in the I/O map table that you configure using the programming software to map data
from one I/O chassis or other device on ControlNet to particular datatable file addresses
maximum scheduled node node with the highest network address that can use scheduled time on a ControlNet link
maximum unscheduled node node with the highest network address that can use unscheduled time on a ControlNet link
network access port (NAP) port that provides a temporary ControlNetnetwork connection through an RJ45 connector
network address node's address on the ControlNet network
network update interval (NUI) single occurrence of the ControlNet Network Update Time (NUT)
network update time (NUT) repetitive time interval in which data can be sent on the ControlNet network
node port of a physical device connecting to the ControlNet network that requires a network address
in order to function on the network; a link may contain a maximum of 107 nodes
nondiscrete I/O data transfer type of data transfer in which blocks of data transferred to or from I/O modules use integer input
and output datatable files that you specify; cannot use the processor's input and outputimage
tables (I and O files); scheduled transfers are configured in the ControlNet I/O map table,
unscheduled transfers make use of ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO) instructions
owner device that controls the outputs of an adapter
redundant media dualcable system that allows you to receive the best signal over a ControlNet network
repeater twoport active physicallayer device that reconstructs and retransmits all traffic that it hears on
one ControlNet segment to another segment
scheduled transfers deterministic and repeatable transfers that are continuous and asynchronous to the ladder logic
program scan
segment trunkline section of ControlNet network with terminators at each end; a segment does not
include repeaters; segments connected by repeaters make up a link
tap component that connects products to the ControlNet trunk cable; a tap is required for each node
and for each side of a repeater
terminator 75W resistor mounted in a BNC plug placed on each end of a ControlNet segment to prevent
reflections from occurring at the ends of the cable
trunk cable bus or central part of the ControlNet cable system
trunkcable section length of trunk cable between any two ControlNet taps
unscheduled transfers nondeterministic data transfers through ladderinitiated communication or programming devices
ii
Preface
Using this Manual
Conventions This icon indicates that the current topic is

More discussed further in the
publication(s) referenced
A series like this Any Menu indicates a keystroke procedure for you
to follow to get to the correct screen or
to complete a task using software
Fx
Text that shows what a terminal displays is shown like this: Press a key
Text in square brackets indicates an actual key that you press—i.e., [F1]
Text describing information that you must provide is italicized—i.e., filename
Related Publications The 1785 PLC-5 programmable-controller, 6200 programming-software, and

ControlNet documentation is organized into manuals according to the tasks
that you perform.
The manual that you

are currently reading
PLC5 Processor
Documentation
1785 Enhanced Enhanced & Ethernet PLC5 ControlNet PLC5
PLC5 Processor Programmable Controllers Programmable Controllers
System Overview User Manual User Manual
Overview of processor How to configure, How to install, configure,

functionality, system program, and operate program, operate, and
benefits, and your processor maintain your processor
operating features for ControlNet communication
17852.36 17856.5.12 17856.5.14
1785 PLC5
ControlNet PLC5 Programmable Controllers
Programmable Controllers
Quick Reference
Quick Start
Quick access to switches,
status bits, indicators,
How to install and use instructions, SW screens
a ControlNet processor
in a typical system 17857.1
17857.4
For more information on 1785 PLC-5 programmable controllers or the above

publications, contact your local Allen-Bradley Company, Inc. sales office
or distributor.
iii
Preface
Using This Manual
PLC5 PLC5 PLC5

Programming Software Programming Software Programming Software
PLC5 Programming Supplement Instruction Set Programming
ConttrolNet Support Reference
Software Documentation Creating/managing files,
Instruction execution, saving/restoring files,
Using the software
parameters, status importing/exporting files
to configure and monitor
bits and examples creating/editing SFCs,
a ControlNet network creating/editing ladder
62006.4.20 62006.4.11 62006.4.7
PLC5 PLC5
Programming Software Programming Software
Software Configuration I/O Configuration
and Maintenance
Installing software, defining Configuring
datatable files, configuring intelligent
processor, checking status, I/O modules
clearing faults
62006.4.6 62006.4.12
For more information on PLC-5 programming software or the above

publications, contact your local Allen-Bradley Company, Inc. sales
office or distributor.
For detailed information on different aspects of planning and installing

your ControlNet network, see the following publications:
ControlNet
Publication Publication Number
Documentation
ControlNet Cable System Component List AG2.2
ControlNet Cable System Planning and Installation Manual 17866.2.1
ControlNet Coax Tap Installation Instructions 17862.3
ControlNet Network Access Cable Installation Instructions 17862.6
ControlNet Repeater Installation Instructions 17862.7
Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines 17704.1
iv
Chapter
1
Installing Your ControlNet PLC5 Processor
Using This Chapter If you want to read about: Go to page:

Completing the preliminary setup 12
Checking the contents of the processor package 12
Handling the processor 13
Identifying the processor channels/connectors 14
Setting the I/O chassis backplane switches 16
Setting the I/O chassis configuration plug 17
Installing keying bands for the processor 17
Installing and disposing of the processor battery 18
Selecting the Data Highway Plust (DH+t) station address of Channel 1A 110
Specifying the serial interface for Channel 0 111
Selecting the ControlNet network address of Channel 2 111
Inserting/removing the processor into/from the I/O chassis 112
Installing a remote I/O link 112
Installing a DH+ link 114
Connecting to a ControlNet network 115
Connecting a programming terminal 116
Selecting appropriate cables 118
For detailed information on installing chassis and adapters, see the

More Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers User Manual,
publication 1785-6.5.12.
1-1
Chapter 1
Before You Begin Before installing your ControlNet PLC-5 processor:
1. Complete the following:
determine the proper environment

configure the proper grounding
route the conductors properly
For detailed information on completing these tasks, see the

More Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable Controllers
User Manual, publication 1785-6.5.12.
2. Check your processor package, and make sure that you have
the following:
Processor
ControlNet PLC5R Programmable Controller,

1785L20C or L40C
1 Lithium Battery, 1770XYC

1 DIN connector cover
4 Terminating resistors 150W➀
Contents of Trayy 2 or 4➁ Terminatingg resistors 82W③
2 or 4➁ 3pin connectors
2 Keys
y
1 Battery cover with screw
1 1784CP7 cable adapter for 1784CP, CP5 cables
ControlNet PLC5 Programmable Controllers User Manual,

publication 17856.5.14
Documentation ControlNet PLC5 Programmable Controllers Release Notes,
publication 17856 5 14RN1
17856.5.14RN1
CSA Hazardous Location Approval Supplemental Information,
publication AG4.1
AG4 1
Enhanced and Ethernet PLC5 Programmable Controllers User
Manual,
Manual publication 17856.5.12
1785 6 5 12
Guidelines for Handling Lithium Batteries, publication AG5.4
Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines,
publication 17704.1
➀ Identified by four colored bands: brown, green, brown, and gold
➁ Two with a PLC5/20C processor, four with a PLC5/40C processor
③ Identified by four colored bands: gray, red, black, and gold
If any items are missing or incorrect, contact your local

Allen-Bradley Company, Inc. sales office or distributor.
1-2
Chapter 1
Handling the Processor Your processor is shipped in a static-shielded container to guard against
electrostatic damage. Electrostatic discharge can damage integrated
circuits or semiconductors in the processor if you touch backplane
connector pins. It can also damage the module when you set configuration
plugs or switches inside the module. Avoid electrostatic damage by
observing the following precautions.
Remain in contact with an approved ground point while handling the

module—wear a properly grounded wrist strap.
Do not touch the backplane connector or connector pins.

Wrist strap
19897 When not in use, keep the module in its static-shielded container.
1-3
Chapter 1
Identifying ControlNet PLC5 Figure 1.1 and Figure 1.2 show the front panels of the ControlNet
Processor Components PLC-5 processors.
Figure 1.1
PLC5/20C Processor Front Panel
Battery Status Indicator

(Red)
Keyswitch selects processor mode
Processor RUN/FAULT Status Indicator
ControlNet I/O Status Indicator (Green/Red)
(Green/Red) Force Status Indicator
Channel 2 ControlNet Status Indicators (Amber)
(Green/Red) Channel 0 Communication ACTIVE/FAULT
ControlNet Network Access Port Status Indicator
(NAP) RJ45 connector (Green/Red)
Channel 2
ControlNet Redundant Media Ports
BNC; dedicated
Channel 0 Memory Module Space
Serial Port 25pin Dshell; supports standard EIA
RS232C and RS423; is RS422A compatible ➀
Use this port with ASCII or DF1 fullduplex, half
duplex master, and halfduplex slave protocols.
The port's default configuration supports processor
programming:
• DF1 pointtopoint • one stopbit
• 2400 bit/s • BCC error check
• no parity • no handshaking
Channel 1 Status Indicators (Green/Red)
Battery Compartment
DH+ Programming Terminal Connection
to Channel 1A
8pin miniDIN
Channel 1A Channel 1B
3 pin; dedicated DH+ 3 pin; default is remote I/O scanner;
configurable for:
• remote I/O scanner
• remote I/O adapter
➀ Channel 0 is optically coupled (provides high electrical • DH+ communication
noise immunity) and can be used with most RS422A • unused
equipment as long as:
• termination resistors are not used
• the distance and transmission rate are reduced to
comply with RS423 requirements
1-4
Chapter 1
Figure 1.2
PLC5/40C Processor Front Panel
Battery Status Indicator

(Red)
Keyswitch selects processor mode
Processor RUN/FAULT Status Indicator
ControlNet I/O Status Indicator (Green/Red)
(Green/Red) Force Status Indicator
Channel 2 ControlNet Status Indicators (Amber)
(Green/Red) Channel 0 Communication ACTIVE/FAULT
ControlNet Network Access Port Status Indicator
(NAP) RJ45 connector (Green/Red)
Channel 2
ControlNet Redundant Media Ports Channel 0
BNC; dedicated Serial Port 25pin Dshell; supports standard EIA
RS232C and RS423; is RS422A compatible ➀
Use this port with ASCII or DF1 fullduplex, half
duplex master, and halfduplex slave protocols.
Channel 1 Status Indicators (Green/Red) The port's default configuration supports processor
programming:
DH+ Programming Terminal Connection
to Channel 1A • DF1 pointtopoint • one stopbit
8pin miniDIN, parallel with 3pin connectors • 2400 bps • BCC error check
of Channel 1A; use only when Channel 1A is • no parity • no handshaking
configured for DH+ communications
Channel 1A Memory Module Space
3 pin; default is DH+; configurable for:
• remote I/O adapter
• DH+ communication
• unused
Battery Compartment
Channel 1B
3 pin; default is remote I/O scanner;
configurable for:
• remote I/O adapter ➀ Channel 0 is optically coupled (provides high electrical
• DH+ communication noise immunity) and can be used with most RS422A
• unused equipment as long as:
• termination resistors are not used
• the distance and transmission rate are reduced to
comply with RS423 requirements
1-5
Chapter 1
Setting the I/O Chassis Set the I/O chassis backplane switches using a ball-point pen to set
Backplane Switches each switch.
Important: Do not use a pencil because the tip can break off and
short the switch.
Switch
Last State
1
Outputs of this I/O chassis remain in their last state when a hardware
ON
failure occurs.➀
OFF Outputs of this I/O chassis are turned off when a hardware failure occurs.➀
O
N
O 1
F
F
Always OFF
3
4
Switches
Addressing ON
5
4 5
6
OFF OFF 2 -slot OFF

7
OFF ON 1 -slot
8
ON OFF 1/2 - slot

ON ON Not allowed
Switches
EEPROM Transfer
6 7
OFF OFF EEPROM memory transfer to processor memory at powerup.➁➂
EEPROM memory transfers to processor memory if processor memory
ON ON
not valid.
ON OFF EEPROM memory does not transfer to processor memory.➃
Switch
Processor Memory Protection
8
OFF Processor memory protection disabled.
ON Processor memory protection enabled.➄
➀ Regardless of this switch setting, outputs are turned off when any of the following occurs:
• processor detects a runtime error
• an I/O chassis backplane fault occurs
• you select Program or Test mode
• you set a status file bit to reset a local rack
➁ If an EEPROM module is not installed and processor memory is valid, the processor's
PROC indicator blinks and the processor sets S:11/9, bit 9 in the major fault status word.
To clear this fault, change the processor from Program mode to Run mode and back
to Program mode.
➂ If the processor's keyswitch is set in Remote, the processor enters Remote Run mode
after it powers up and has its memory updated by the EEPROM module.
➃ A processor fault (solid red PROC LED) occurs if processor memory is not valid.
➄ You cannot clear processor memory when this switch is on. 19309
1-6
Chapter 1
Setting the I/O Chassis Set the I/O chassis configuration plug as follows:
Configuration Plug
Y N 1. Locate the chassis configuration plug

(between the two left most slots of
the chassis).
2. Set the I/O chassis configuration plug.
USING A The default setting is N (not using a
POWERSUPPLY
powersupply module in the chassis).
MODULE IN
THE CHASSIS?
Y N Y N
Important: You cannot power a single I/O chassis

with both a powersupply module and an external
power supply.
Set Y when you install a Set N when you
powersupply module in use an external
the chassis. power supply. 17075
Installing Keying Bands You receive plastic keying bands with each I/O chassis. Insert the keying
for the Processor bands as follows:
I/O Chassis 2 Install a keying band in the leftmost

4
Backplane 6 slot between the following pins:
8
Connector 10
12
Use these • 40 and 42
14
16 numbers • 54 and 56
18
20 as a guide.
22
24
26
28
30
32
34
36
38
40 ATTENTION: A module inserted into a wrong slot
Keying 42
44 ! could be damaged by improper voltages connected
Bands 46 through the wiring arm. Use keying bands to prevent
(1771RK) 48
50 damage to the module.
52
54
56 12062
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Chapter 1
Installing and Disposing The 1770-XYC battery ships with the processor and requires
of the Processor Battery special handling.
For more detailed information on installing and disposing of the

More battery, see the Allen-Bradley Guidelines for Lithium Battery Handling
and Disposal, publication AG-5.4.
ATTENTION: To maintain CSA certification for

hazardous areas, do not substitute any other battery
for the 1770-XYC.
Installing or Removing the Processor Battery

You can insert or remove the To install or remove the battery, follow these steps:
Tip battery without powering down
the processor. If you do not
want to lose your program, 1. Remove the thumb screw on the processor’s battery cover, remove
make sure that the processor the cover, and locate the battery.
is powered on when removing
the battery. 2. Install or remove the battery:
To install the battery, slide the battery

side connector into the processorside
connector until you hear them snap.
To remove the battery, press the lever
+ on the batteryside connector and slide
- the connectors apart.
19331
Batteryside connector
Processorside connector
3. Replace the battery cover, and secure the battery cover with the
thumb screw.
4. On the battery cover, write the date that you installed the last
new battery.
1-8
Chapter 1
Replacing the Battery

You can insert or remove the Replace the lithium battery every year or when the BATT status indicator
Tip battery without powering down is red. For estimated battery lifetimes, see the table below:
the processor. If you do not
want to lose your program,
make sure that the processor
is powered when replacing WorstCase BatteryLife Estimates
the battery. Processor Temperature Power Off 100% Power Off 50% Battery Duration➀
PLC5/20C 60°C 218 days 1.17 years 3.7 days
25°C 1.7 years 3.34 years 15 days
PLC5/40C 60°C 105 days 207 days 40 hours
25°C 1.3 years 2.57 years 10.8 days
➀ The battery status indicator (BATT) warns you when the battery is low. These durations are
based on the battery supplying the only power to the processor power to the chassis is
off once the status indicator first lights.
Disposing of the Battery

Do not dispose of lithium batteries in a general trash collection when their
combined weight is greater than or equal to 0.5 gram. A single 1770-XYC
battery contains 0.65 grams of lithium. Check your state and local
regulations that deal with the disposal of lithium batteries.
ATTENTION: Follow these precautions:

Do not incinerate or expose the battery to
high temperatures.
Do not solder the battery or leads; the battery

could explode.
Do not open, puncture, or crush the battery. The

battery could explode or toxic, corrosive, and
flammable chemicals could be exposed.
Do not charge the battery. An explosion may result,

or the cell may overheat and cause burns.
Do not short positive and negative terminals together.

The battery will heat up.
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Selecting the DH+ Station To select the DH+ station address of Channel 1A, set the switches of
Address of Channel 1A assembly SW1.
Side View of PLC5/40C Processor
Switch Assembly SW1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
Always OFF
Toggle pushed
toward TOP
OFF
To select: Set switch: To: Toggle pushed
toward BOTTOM
DH+ Station Number 1 through 6 (See below)
ON
Switch 7 is not used set it to OFF
Switch Switch
DH+ DH+
Station Station
Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 Number 1 2 3 4 5 6
0 on on on on on on 40 on on on on on off
1 off on on on on on 41 off on on on on off
2 on off on on on on 42 on off on on on off
3 off off on on on on 43 off off on on on off
4 on on off on on on 44 on on off on on off
5 off on off on on on 45 off on off on on off
6 on off off on on on 46 on off off on on off
7 off off off on on on 47 off off off on on off
10 on on on off on on 50 on on on off on off
11 off on on off on on 51 off on on off on off
12 on off on off on on 52 on off on off on off
13 off off on off on on 53 off off on off on off
14 on on off off on on 54 on on off off on off
15 off on off off on on 55 off on off off on off
16 on off off off on on 56 on off off off on off
17 off off off off on on 57 off off off off on off
20 on on on on off on 60 on on on on off off
21 off on on on off on 61 off on on on off off
22 on off on on off on 62 on off on on off off
23 off off on on off on 63 off off on on off off
24 on on off on off on 64 on on off on off off
25 off on off on off on 65 off on off on off off
26 on off off on off on 66 on off off on off off
27 off off off on off on 67 off off off on off off
30 on on on off off on 70 on on on off off off
31 off on on off off on 71 off on on off off off
32 on off on off off on 72 on off on off off off
33 off off on off off on 73 off off on off off off
34 on on off off off on 74 on on off off off off
35 off on off off off on 75 off on off off off off
36 on off off off off on 76 on off off off off off
37 off off off off off on 77 off off off off off off
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Specifying the Serial Specify RS-232C, RS-422A, or RS-423 communication for Channel 0 by
Interface of Channel 0 setting the switches of assembly SW2.
Bottom View of PLC5/20C Processor Bottom View of PLC5/40C processor

Switch Assembly SW2 Switch Assembly SW2
Front of Front of
Processor Processor
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Set Switches:
To Specify:
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
ON ON ON OFF OFF ON ON OFF ON OFF
RS232C
Toggle pushed
toward TOP
OFF OFF OFF ON OFF OFF OFF OFF OFF ON OFF
Toggle pushed RS422A
toward BOTTOM
ON ON ON ON OFF OFF ON OFF OFF ON OFF
RS423
Selecting the ControlNet Select your processor’s ControlNet network address by setting the two
Network Address of 10-digit rotary switches on the top of the processor.
Channel 2
20 30 2 3
10 40 1 4
00 50 0 5 Network address 01
is shown
90 60 9 6
80 70 8 7
NET ADDRESS
For optimum throughput, You can select from as many as 99 network addresses (from 01 to 99) for a
Tip assign addresses to your processor on a ControlNet link. 00 is invalid.
ControlNet nodes in a
sequential order starting
with 01 for the controlling
processor.
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Inserting/Removing the To insert/remove the processor into/from the chassis, do the following:
Processor into/from the
I/O Chassis ATTENTION: Make certain that power to the chassis is
! off before inserting or removing the processor.
Locking To insert a processor into the chassis:

Bar 1. Lift the locking bar and the ejector tab.
Ejector 2. Slide the processor into the leftmost slot of the
Tab I/O chassis.
3. Press down on the ejector tab, and then close the
locking bar over the processor.
To remove a processor from the chassis:

1. Save processor memory.
2. Remove power to the processorresident chassis.
3. Disconnect all cables from the processor's ports.
Card Guides 4. Lift the locking bar and the ejector tab, and then
slide the processor from the chassis.
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Installing a Remote I/O Link Install a remote I/O link using 1770-CD cable and either a daisy-chain or
trunk-cable/drop-cable configuration.
Trunkcable/dropcable considerations: Verify that your system’s design plans specify cable lengths within
When using a trunkcable/dropcable allowable measurements.
configuration, use 1770SC station
connectors and follow these cable
length guidelines: Important: The maximum cable length for remote I/O depends on the
transmission rate. Configure all devices on a remote I/O link to
• trunkcable length depends on the
communication rate of the link; see communicate at the same rate.
Table 1.A
• dropcable length 30.4 m Table 1.A
(100 cableft) maximum Correct Cable Length Based on Communication Rate
Important: When using a trunkcable/
dropcable configuration, set your A remote I/O link using this Cannot exceed this
communication rate to 57.6kK bit/s. communication rate: cable length:
57.6K bit/s 3,048 m (approximately 10,000 ft)
115.2K bit/s 1,524 m (approximately 5,000 ft)
More 230.4K bit/s 762 m (approximately 2,500 ft)
For more information about designing

trunkcable/dropcable configurations, For proper operation, terminate both ends of a remote I/O link by using the
see the Data Highway/Data Highway external resistors shipped with the programmable controller. Use either a
Plus/Data Highway II/Data Highway 150W or 82W terminator.
485 Cable Installation Manual,
publication 17706.2.2.
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The maximum number of

Use this physical devices that logical rack numbers
resistor you can connect on the that you can scan on
If your remote I/O link: rating: link is: the link is:
Operates at 230.4K bit/s
Operates at 57.6K or 115.2K bit/s, and no devices listed below are linked
Scanners 1771SN; 1772SD, SD2;
1775SR, S4A, S4B; 82W 32 16
6008SQH1, SQH2
Adapters 1771AS; 1771ASB (Series A Only); 1771DCM
Miscellaneous 1771AF
Connects to any device listed below:
Scanners 1771SN; 1772SD, SD2;
1775SR, S4A, S4B;
6008SQH1, SQH2
150W 16 16
Adapters 1771AS; 1771ASB (Series A Only); 1771DCM
Miscellaneous 1771AF
Operates at 57.6K or 115.2K bit/s, and you do not require over 16 physical devices
You can install a remote I/O link two ways:

• trunk cable / drop cable from the drop cable to the connector screw terminals on the remote I/O connectors of the processor
• daisy chain to the connector screw terminals on the remote I/O connectors of the processor and then to the remote I/O screw
terminals of the next remote I/O device
To connect remote I/O cable:
1. Run the 1770CD cable from the processor to

each remote I/O adapter module or processor in
the remote I/O system.
2. Connect the signal conductor with blue insulation
to the 3pin connector terminal labeled 1 on the
processor and to each remote I/O adapter module
(or PLC5 adapter) in the remote I/O system.
3. Connect the shield drain wire to the center
terminal of the 3pin connector.
4. Connect the signal conductor with clear insulation
to the 3pin connector terminal labeled 2.
5. Tie wrap the remote I/O network cable to the
chassis to relieve strain on the cable.
6. Terminate the remote I/O link by connecting an
external terminator resistor between the remote PLC5/40C PLC5/20C
I/O terminals labeled 1 and 2. Processor Processor
1770CD Blue Blue

Shield Shield 82Ω or
150Ω
Clear Clear
To another I/O resistor
link device 1770CD
Terminate both ends of a remote I/O link
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Installing a DH+ Link Use 1770-CD cable to connect the processor to a DH+ link.
Follow these guidelines while installing DH+ communication links:
do not exceed these cable lengths:

- trunk-cable length—3,048 m (approximately 10,000 cable-ft)
- drop-cable length—30.4 m (approximately 100 cable-ft)
do not connect more than 64 stations on a single DH+ link
Use the 3pin connector on the processor to

connect a DH+ link. The connector's port must be
configured to support a DH+ communication link.
You can install a DH+ link two ways:
• trunk cable/drop cable from the drop cable to

the connector screw terminals on the DH+
connectors of the processor
• daisy chain to the connector screw terminals
on the DH+ connectors of the processor
To make connections:
1. Connect the signal conductor with clear

insulation to the 3pin connector terminal 1
at each end of each cable segment.
PLC5/40C PLC5/20C
2. Connect the shield drain wire to the center Processor Processor
terminal of the 3pin connector at both ends
of each cable segment.
3. Connect the signal conductor with blue

insulation to the 3pin connector terminal 2
at each end of each cable segment.
Clear Clear
Shield Shield
Blue Blue
More
For more information, see the Data Highway/Data 82W or 150W resistor 82Ω or 150W resistor
Highway Plus/Data Highway II/Data Highway 485
Cable Installation Manual, publication 17706.2.2. 19339
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Connecting to a Connect a ControlNet PLC-5 processor to a ControlNet network via a tap

ControlNet Network with a 1-m (39.4-in) drop cable.
Four taps are available from Allen-Bradley Company, Inc.:
Straight Ttap Straight Ytap Rightangle Ttap Rightangle Ytap

We recommend that you
Tip use a tap with a straight
connector 1786TPS or
1786TPYS when you
attach a ControlNet
PLC5 processor
to a ControlNet network.
1786TPS 1786TPYS 1786TPR 1786TPYR
Important: ControlNet taps contain passive electronics and must

be purchased from Allen-Bradley Company, Inc. for the network to
function properly.
After terminating your segments, you connect your node to the network.
Remove the tap's dust cap located on the straight or

rightangle connector) and set it aside.
BATT BATT
If your Connect the tap's straight or right
network supports: angle connector: Nonredundant media Redundant media
nonredundant media to the channel A connector on the A
CH 0
A
CH 0
processor channel B is not used➀
B
redundant media • from trunkcable A to channel A
on the processor
and
• from trunkcable B to channel B
on the processor
➀ AllenBradley Company, Inc. recommends using channel A
for nonredundant media.
For detailed information on planning and installing your ControlNet

More system, see the following publications:
Publication Publication Number
1-15
Chapter 1
Connecting a You can connect a programming terminal to a ControlNet PLC-5

Programming Terminal processor via a:
DH+ connection
serial channel
ControlNet connection
DH+ Connection
To attach a programming terminal to a ControlNet PLC5 processor using a DH+ connection:
If you use this card
to access a DH+ link: Use cable:
1784PCMK G 1784PCM6
G 1784PCM5 with a 1784CP7 adapter
1784KT, KT2 G 1784CP6
G 1784CP6 with a 1784CP7 adapter
G 1784CP8 adapter
1784KTx, KTxD 1784CP13
BATT
CH 0
Programming Terminal Programming Terminal

PLC5/20C PLC5/40C
DH+ Link Processor DH+ Link Processor
Serial Channel
To program the processor using Channel 0, configure the channel for RS232C using DF1
pointtopoint protocol.
BATT
If your programming
terminal has a: Use cable:
9pin serial port 1784CP10 CH 0
25pin serial port 1784CP11
Programming Terminal Programming Terminal
PLC5/20C PLC5/40C
Processor Processor
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You can connect programming devices to a ControlNet network through:
ATTENTION: Do not connect the same
! communication card to both the NAP and the ControlNet network access cable (1786-CP)
a tap on the ControlNet network.
a tap on a ControlNet network
Using 1784KTCx communication card on coax media➀ Using 1784KTC or KTCx communication card and NAP➀
Programming Terminal BATT Programming Terminal BATT

1784KTC or
KTCx 1786CP② CH 0
CH 0
1784KTCx
PLC5/40C PLC5/40C
(or 5/20C) (or 5/20C)
ControlNet Network ControlNet Network
Processor Processor
Using 1770KFC communication interface on coax media➀ Using 1770KFC communication interface and NAP➀
Programming Terminal BATT Programming Terminal 1770KFC BATT
Serial Connection Serial

1786CP②
CH 0 Connection CH 0
1770KFC
PLC5/40C PLC5/40C
(or 5/20C) (or 5/20C)
ControlNet Network ControlNet Network Processor
Processor
➀ Shown with redundant media

② The network access cable (1786CP) can be plugged into any ControlNet product's NAP to provide programming capability on the ControlNet network.
A programming terminal connected through this cable is counted as a node and must have a unique address.
ATTENTION: Use the 1786-CP cable when connecting a

programming terminal to the network through a NAP. Using
a commercially available RJ-style cable could result in
network failure.
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Selecting Appropriate This section lists information about:

Cables serial cables
DH+ programming cables
remote I/O cables
ControlNet cables
For more information about cables, see the Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5
More Programmable Controllers User Manual, publication 1785-6.5.12.
Serial Cables
You can make your own serial cables or purchase them from
Allen-Bradley Company, Inc.
The side label of the processor shows the following table, which
lists Channel 0 (serial port) pin assignments.
Pin RS232C RS422A RS423 Pin RS232C RS422A RS423

1 C.GND C.GND C.GND 14 NOT USED TXD.OUT+ SEND COM
2 TXD.OUT TXD.OUT TXD.OUT 15
3 RXD.IN RXD.IN RXD.IN 16 NOT USED RXD.IN+ REC COM
4 RTS.OUT RTS.OUT+ RTS.OUT 17
5 CTS.IN CTS.IN+ CTS.IN 18
6 DSR.IN DSR.IN DSR.IN 19 NOT USED RTS.OUT NOT USED
7 SIG.GND SIG.GND SIG.GND 20 DTR.OUT DTR.OUT DTR.OUT
8 DCD.IN DCD.IN DCD.IN 21
9 22 NOT USED DSR.IN NOT USED
10 NOT USED DCD.IN NOT USED 23 NOT USED DTR.OUT NOT USED
11 24
12 25
13 NOT USED CTS.IN NOT USED
The shading indicates that the pin is reserved.
This processor’s serial port can support these configurations:
Digital Interface Maximum Cable Length

RS232C 15 m (approximately 50 ft)
RS422A (compatible) 61 m (approximately 200 ft)
RS423 61 m (approximately 200 ft)
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Important: Follow these guidelines:
When Channel 0 is configured for RS-422A compatibility, do not use

terminating resistors anywhere on the link.
When Channel 0 is configured for RS-422A (compatible) and RS-423,
do not go beyond 61 m (approximately 200 ft). This distance restriction
is independent of the transmission rate.
DH+ Programming Cables

When using this communication card: Use this cable:
1784KT, KT2 • 1784CP6
• 1784CP
1784 CP with 1784CP7
1784 CP7 adapter
1784KL, KL/B • 1784CP8 adapter
1784KTK1 1784CP5 with 1784CP7 adapter
1784KTx, KTxD 1784CP13
1784PCMK • 1784PCM6
• 1784PCM5 with 1784CP7 adapter
Remote I/O Cables

Use 1770-CD or cable for remote I/O. See page 1-12 for more
information.
ControlNet Cables
Several types of RG-6 quad-shield cable may be appropriate for your
ControlNet installation—depending on the environmental factors
associated with your application and installation site.
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The following ControlNet cable system components are available from the
Allen-Bradley Company, Inc.:
Item① Cat. No.

ControlNet Coax Tool Kit 1786CTK
Rightangle Ttap 1786TPR
Straight Ttap 1786TPS
Coax Tap Kit
Rightangle Ytap 1786TPYR
Straight Ytap 1786TPYS
Highvoltage ac & dc 1786RPT
Repeaters
Lowvoltage dc 1786RPTD
RG6 Quad Shield Cable StandardPVC CMCL2 1786RG6
ControlNet Network Access Cable 3.05 m (10 ft) 1786CP
Barrel (plug to plug) 1786BNCP
BNC/RG6 plug 1786BNC
BNC Connectors Bullet (jack to jack) 1786BNCJ
Isolatedbulkhead (jack to jack) 1786BNCJI
Terminators (BNC75Ω) 1786XT
① For a complete list of ControlNet cable system components that are
available from AllenBradley Company, Inc. and other sources, see
the ControlNet Cable System Component List, publication AG2.2.
Important: Install all wiring for your ControlNet system in accordance

with the regulations contained in the National Electric Code (or applicable
country codes), state codes, and applicable municipal codes.
For detailed information on ControlNet cabling, see the following:

More Publication Publication Number
1-20
Chapter
2
Planning to Use Your ControlNet
PLC5 Processor

Understanding ControlNet I/O 21
Understanding ControlNet I/O mapping 27
Using the ControlNet PLC5 processor in a ControlNet I/O system 213
Converting from a remote I/O system to a ControlNet I/O system 215
Understanding The ControlNet system is designed to:

ControlNet I/O provide high-speed, repeatable, deterministic I/O transmission
allow control and message information to co-exist on the same

physical media
make sure that I/O data transfers are not affected by

- programming-terminal message activity
- inter-PLC processor message activity on the network
Scheduled DataTransfer Operations on a ControlNet Network
ControlNet scheduled data transfer on a PLC-5/20C or -5/40C processor:
is continuous
transmits asynchronous to the ladder-logic program scan
occurs at the actual rate displayed on the 6200 Programming Software

ControlNet I/O Mapping (Monitor) screen in the Act Net Pckt Time
(ms)—Actual Network Packet Time—field
In scheduled discrete I/O data transfer, for example, between logic

scans—i.e., during “housekeeping”—the following updates occur:
the gathered input image is moved from a private memory buffer to the
processor’s input-image file for use during the next logic scan
the data from the output-image file is put into a private memory buffer
and is sent during the next scheduled communication
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A similar method is used for all scheduled data-transfer operations.
Scheduled Data Transfers

Private Data
Memory Data Update Table
Buffers Files
Housekeeping
Logic Scan
Scheduled Data Transfer Program Scan
The following scheduled data-transfer operations are supported by the

PLC-5/20C and -5/40C processors on a ControlNet network:
Table 2.A
ControlNet Scheduled DataTransfer Operations
Operation Description
Discrete I/O Data Transfer Performed in a deterministic and repeatable manner
asynchronous to and independent of the ladderlogic
program scan. You configure all ControlNet discrete I/O
data transfers on a pernode basis in the I/O map table.①
Nondiscrete I/O Data Transfer Handled with the same priority as discrete I/O data transfer.
You can update analog data without using blocktransfer
instructions in ladder programs. You do this by including
nondiscrete I/O datatransfer configurations in the I/O map
table. This data is updated in the buffers and datatable
files between logic scans in the same manner as that used
in discrete I/O data transfer.①
Peertopeer Communication Allows the controlling" processor at network address 01
to communicate with other ControlNet processors on the
ControlNet network with the same priority as that of the
discrete and nondiscrete I/O data transfers discussed
above.①
① While scheduled data transfer is asynchronous to program scanning, all data is presented
synchronously to the processor and output buffers during housekeeping.
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Unscheduled DataTransfer Operations on a ControlNet Network
The ControlNet network allows you to use unscheduled messaging when

deterministic delivery is not required. Unscheduled operations include:
unscheduled non-discrete I/O data transfers—through ControlNet I/O

Transfer (CIO) instructions
peer-to-peer messaging—through Message (MSG) instructions
messaging from programming devices
The ControlNet system places your scheduled transfers in the first part
of each Network Update Interval (NUI), time is automatically reserved
for network maintenance, and unscheduled transfers are performed during
the time remaining in the interval.
One occurrence of the NUT is a NUI
You reserve a The system

specific amount reserves time
of time for all for network
scheduled maintenance
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Any time remaining is used
. . . for unscheduled operations
Unscheduled messaging on a ControlNet network is non-deterministic.

Your application and your configuration—number of nodes, application
program, NUT, etc.—help determine how much time there is for
unscheduled messaging.
Important: The ControlNet network reserves time for at least one

unscheduled transfer per NUI.
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Table 2.B
ControlNet Unscheduled DataTransfer Operations
Operation Description Features
Nondiscrete Perform ladderinitiated unscheduled nondiscrete I/O data transfers on a • As many as 32 1771 READ and/or 1771 WRITE
I/O Data ControlNet network by using ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO) instructions. CIOs can be active at a time①
Transfer The data type for these transfers (CT) has the following information: • A minor fault is set when 32 1771 READ and/or
• Command: 1771 WRITE CIOs are active at a time
CIO 1771 READ reads data from a 1771 nondiscrete I/O module • You cannot use CIO instructions to read or write
Instructions blocks of data from or to 1794 Flex I/O modules;
1771 WRITE writes data to a 1771 nondiscrete I/O module
but you can use these instructions to configure
1794 FAULT ACTION changes the action a module takes when it faults 1794 features listed in the Description" column
1794 IDLE ACTION changes the action a module takes when it is idle • As many as 8 1794 Flex I/O CIOs can be active
at a time①
1794 CONFIG DATA changes a module's configuration data
• A minor fault is set when 8 1794 Flex I/O CIOs
1794 SAFE STATE DATA changes a module's safestate data are active at a time
• Datatable address in source processor • Any transfer initiated from a Processor Input
• Size of message in words Interrupt (PII) or Selectable Timed Interrupt (STI)
• Network address of destination node program suspends execution of the program
• Slot of destination module scan until the transfer is completed
• Port number set to 2 for the ControlNet network • Important: This can extend your program scan
• Flags: by ten's of ms.
• No transfer is initiated when the processor is in
.TO forces a transfer to time out
Program mode
.EW indicates that the transfer is waiting for an open connection • Transfers that have been running with the .CO
.CO transfer is made continuously in Run mode bit set automatically restart on the Program
toRun transition when the Continue Last step
.ER indicates that the transfer was terminated due to an error
bit is set and the data table has not changed
.DN indicates that the transfer was made without error • A transfer has a maximum size of 64 words
.ST indicates that the transfer was started • Only the processor owner" of an adapter can
send or receive transfers to or from any of that
.EN indicates that the transfer instruction is enabled
adapter's modules
• Error code indicates the error when the .ER bit is set
• Done length indicates the number of words transferred See pages 44 and C1 for more information.
Peertopeer You can use ControlNet message (MSG) instructions and the datatype MG to • As many as 32 ControlNet MSGs can be active
Messaging create unscheduled messages that are initiated by one ControlNet PLC5 at a time①
processor and sent to another ControlNet PLC5 processor. The MG data type • A minor fault is set when 32 ControlNet MSGs
MSG for the ControlNet instruction has the following information: are active at a time
Instructions • Command PLC5 TYPED READ or PLC5 TYPED WRITE • All messages have the same priority
• Datatable address in source processor • No message is initiated when the processor is in
• Size of message in elements Program mode
• Network address of destination processor • Messages that have been running with the .CO
• Datatable address in destination processor bit set automatically restart on the Program
• Port number set to 2 for the ControlNet network toRun transition when the Continue Last step
• Flags: bit is set and the data table has not changed
• Each message has a maximum size of 1000
.TO forces a message to time out
elements
.EW indicates that the message is waiting for an open connection
See pages 42 and C1 for more information.
.CO message is sent continuously in Run mode
.ER indicates that the message was terminated due to an error
.DN indicates that the message was sent without error
.ST indicates that the message was started
.EN indicates that the message instruction is enabled
• Error code indicates the error when the .ER bit is set
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Operation Description Features

① Because connections are opened and closed as needed, more can exist in a program as long as no more than this number are active at one time.
Using I/O Forcing Operations
ControlNet I/O forcing occurs in the same way as remote I/O forcing in
the PLC-5/20 and -5/40 processors. The processor performs the forcing
and transmits the forced data to the output- and input-image tables. You
can force any discrete I/O data placed in the I/O image; however, forcing
of non-discrete I/O data is not supported.
For detailed information on forcing, see PLC-5 Programming Software

More Configuration and Maintenance, publication 6200-6.4.6.
Using Immediate DataTransfer Operations
ControlNet Immediate Data I/O transfers—Immediate Data Input (IDI)

and Immediate Data Output (IDO)—perform similarly to the remote-I/O
supported immediate I/O transfers—Immediate Input (INN) and
Immediate Output (IOT)—which the ControlNet system also supports.
The logic scan is temporarily interrupted while the most recent state of
one discrete input or output word is read from or written to the private
memory buffer.
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Immediate Data Transfer
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Private
Memory Data Update
Data
Table
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Buffers Files
Housekeeping
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Logic Scan
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ControlNet Data Transfer Program Scan
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= Scheduled Data Transfer
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Table 2.C
ControlNet Immediate DataTransfer Operations
Instructions Description
Immediate I/O ControlNet and Remote I/O In the case of an IIN, the most recent copy of the specified input word secured in the last discrete I/O
data transfer from the corresponding I/O chassis is used. This value is moved from the private memory
buffer to the working data table and is used in all subsequent ladder instructions. This data could be as
001 old as the time taken since the last asynchronous I/O update, and it may not actually reflect the latest
( IIN ) state of the input word.
In the case of an IOT, the current state of the specified output word is copied to the private memory
001 buffer and is used on the next output update to the I/O chassis. The actual change is not
( IOT ) communicated until the next asynchronous I/O transfer.
Only 1 word of I/O data can be updated per instruction.
ControlNet Immediate Data I/O The ControlNet Immediate Data I/O instructions work in much the same way as the immediate I/O
instructions. During an input instruction, the most recent data is copied from the private memory buffer
to a datatable address that you specify. In the case of an output instruction, the data is copied from an
IDI area that you specified to the private memory buffer and sent on the next I/O update.
IMMEDIATE DATA INPUT As many as 64 words can be transferred per instruction.
Data file offset 232
Length 10 Important: In most cases, you should set the Data file offset and the Source of an IDO or the Data
Destination N11:232 file offset and the Destination of an IDI to the same address. See page 46 for more information on
this and other aspects of using ControlNet IDI and IDO instructions.
IDO
IMMEDIATE DATA OUTPUT
Length 24
Source N12:175
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Understanding ControlNet All scheduled data transfers must be mapped on a ControlNet network.
I/O Mapping You specify where I/O data is to be read from or written to—i.e., mapped.
You do this and establish the relationship between processors, I/O adapters,
and data-table file addresses by creating and maintaining an I/O map table.
An I/O map-table entry is required for each scheduled data transfer. The
map table is stored in the configuration section of memory and is not
accessible by your application program.
Using the 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software, you can automatically

configure and map nodes attached to your ControlNet I/O. See Chapter 3
for information on ControlNet automatic configuration and I/O mapping.
Reserving Space for NonControlNet I/O
Non-ControlNet processor-resident local I/O and remote-I/O devices can

only use fixed I/O image locations based on rack number for discrete I/O
data transfer, while discrete I/O data transfer between ControlNet nodes
can be mapped to any unused location in the I/O image tables. Before
mapping your ControlNet I/O, therefore, you should configure any
processor-resident local I/O and any remote I/O racks on non-ControlNet
channels. This allows the 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software to reserve
input- and output-image space for all non-ControlNet processor-resident
local I/O and remote-I/O chassis.
ProcessorResident Local I/O

If you first configure processor-resident local I/O on your processor, the
6200 PLC-5 Programming Software reserves processor-resident local
chassis input- and output-image space starting at offset 0 in both files.
The following table shows the default number of input and output words
automatically reserved by the 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software for the
different sizes and addressing modes of processor-resident local I/O:
Addressing Mode Number of Words Reserved

4 Slots 8 Slots 12 Slots 16 Slots
2 Slot 8 8 8 8
1 Slot 8 8 16 16
1/2 Slot 8 16 24 32
Important: ControlNet I/O cannot map into any part of a rack number
used by the processor-resident rack.
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Remote I/O
The following table shows the default number of input and output words
reserved by the 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software for the different sizes
and addressing modes of non-ControlNet remote I/O if you first configure
non-ControlNet remote I/O on your processor:
Addressing Mode Number of Words Reserved

4 Slots 8 Slots 12 Slots 16 Slots
2 Slot 2 4 6 8
1 Slot 4 8 12 16
1/2 Slot 8 16 24 32
The 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software reserves non-ControlNet remote-

I/O output- and input-image space according to these guidelines:
It does not overlap processor-resident local I/O reserved image space
It addresses input- and output-image space offset in octal from
- 00-37—for the PLC-5/20C processor
- 00-177—for the PLC-5/40C processor
The output-image offset value in the I/O map corresponds to the first
slot of the referenced chassis—i.e., in a 4-slot chassis set for 1-slot
addressing, the corresponding output-image offset of O:10 would map
the words O:10, O:11, O:12, and O:13 to slots 0, 1, 2, and 3 respectively
The input-image offset corresponds to the first slot in the referenced
rack, and the offset location of the input modules in that rack
corresponds to the same offset in the image table—i.e., if a chassis set
for 1-slot addressing has an input-image offset of I:10 and an input
module in slot 3 (of 0-7), the word that corresponds to that input module
would be I:10 + 3, or I:13
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Mapping ControlNet Data Transfer
The ControlNet I/O map table can contain up to 64 entries. Each map-
table entry corresponds to one transfer—either input or output—of data
between the ControlNet processor and an I/O rack, an I/O module, or
another ControlNet processor.
Table 2.D
Number of ControlNet I/O MapTable Entries Required
DataTransfer Type Number of Entries Required

1771 Discrete I/O Data Transfer 1 per adapter
1771 Nondiscrete I/O Data Transfer 1 or 2 per module
1794 Discrete and Nondiscrete I/O Data Transfer 2 per adapter
ControlNet PLC5 Peertopeer Communication 1 per message
Table 2.E
Files That You Configure with the I/O Map for Scheduled I/O Usage
File Description
Status File Userspecified integer datatable file containing status information about all of the ControlNet network's scheduled I/O
maptable entries. Each entry has a statusfile offset field pointing to three status words associated with the entry.
Data Input File (DIF) Userspecified integer datatable file with a maximum of 1000 words. This space is used for both nondiscrete input data
and peertopeer input over the ControlNet network. Scheduled peertopeer inputs can also use the inputimage file.
Data Output File (DOF) Userspecified integer datatable file with a maximum of 1000 words. This space is used for both nondiscrete output data
and peertopeer output over the ControlNet network. Scheduled peertopeer outputs can also use the outputimage file.
Default Configuration File Userspecified integer datatable file used to store nondiscrete I/O data transfer configuration data when the automatic
mapping feature is used.
Table 2.F
ControlNet I/O MapTable Entry Fields
MapTable Entry Field Description

Node and Slot/Message Numbers This is the entry's network location, currently defined as node.slot/message. The node value is the ControlNet
network address of the destination device. The slot/message value takes on different meanings with the
different communication options:
• 1771 and 1794 discrete I/O data transfer the slot value does not apply because the mapping granularity is
based on the physical chassis
• 1771 nondiscrete I/O data transfer 015, the slot number is always the physical slot location inside the
1771 chassis regardless of addressing mode within the chassis
• 1794 nondiscrete I/O data transfer 07, the slot number is always the physical location in the 1794 system
• peertopeer communication 116, the message number represents one of sixteen scheduled peer
messages available per processor; and it must be the same for both processors involved
Module/Message Type This allows you to specify the module type or peertopeer message type Peer Out or Peer In in offline and
online programming. It also determines how the maptable entries are configured for the different modules and
peertopeer messages.
Expected Network Packet Time You set this to the maximum time allowed for the network to update the requested data.
(ENPT)
Actual Network Packet Time (ANPT) This readonly field displays the actual time it takes for the network to update the requested data.
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MapTable Entry Field Description

Input File and Size This is the offset in the input file where the data is to be stored and the number of words to be received from
the input device. For discrete I/O data transfer, the offset is into the inputimage table; for nondiscrete I/O
data transfer or peertopeer communication with another ControlNet processor, the offset is into the Data Input
File entered on the ControlNet configuration screen. Scheduled peertopeer inputs can also use the
inputimage file.
Output File and Size This is the offset in the output file where the data is located and the number of words of the output transfer.
For discrete I/O data transfer, the offset is into the outputimage table; for nondiscrete I/O data transfer or
peertopeer communication with another ControlNet processor, the offset is into the Data Output File (DOF)
entered on the ControlNet configuration screen. Scheduled peertopeer outputs can also use the
outputimage file.
Status File Offset This is an offset in a status file that points to three words of information on the status of this maptable entry.
Configuration File and Size Used only in 1771 nondiscrete I/O data transfer and 1794 configurations, this is the offset in a configuration
file where configuration information needed for this node is located and the size in words of the information.
Discrete I/O DataTransfer Mapping

Regardless of the type of I/O—e.g., 1771, 1794—all ControlNet discrete
I/O data is stored within the processor’s I/O image files according to the
corresponding I/O map-table entry. Any status information transferred
along with the I/O data is stored in a separate status file that you specify
during configuration.
Nondiscrete I/O DataTransfer Mapping

All ControlNet non-discrete I/O data is stored in integer files that you
specify in a ControlNet configuration screen. The ControlNet processor
supports two distinct image files; both are integer data-table files that
you specify:
Data Input File (DIF)
Data Output File (DOF)
Each map-table entry for a non-discrete I/O data transfer defines an offset
into the DIF or DOF where the data is stored. Using separate data-table
files for non-discrete I/O data transfer allows the processor to present
non-discrete I/O data in the same way as discrete I/O data—continuously
transmitted and asynchronous to the ladder-logic program scan.
1771 Modules
ControlNet 1771 discrete I/O data-transfer mapping requires one map-table
entry per module. ControlNet 1771 non-discrete I/O data-transfer mapping
requires one or two map-table entries per module, depending on the
module type.
The PLC-5/20C and -5/40C ControlNet non-discrete I/O data-transfer

mechanism makes it possible to eliminate block-transfer programming to
communicate with the 1771 modules listed in Table 2.G.
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Table 2.G
1771 Nondiscrete I/O DataTransfer Mapping
Default Default Valid Default Valid Default Valid
Entries Input Input Output Output Config. Configuration
Module Type Description①② per Module Size Size(s) Size Sizes Size Sizes
1771-CFM/A 1771CFM/A Configurable 2 41 041 60 04, 14, 24, 60 04, 14, 24, 34,
Flowmeter Module 34, 44, 48, 44, 48, 52, 56,
52, 56, 60 60
1771-DE/A 1771DE/A Absolute Encoder Module 2 2 0, 2 20 0, 5, 10, 15, 20 0, 5, 10, 15, 20,
20, 22 22
1771-IE 1771IE Analog Input Module 1 8 18
1771-IF 1771IF Analog Input Module 1 8 164
1771-IFE/A 1771IFE/A Analog Input Module 1 20 520 37 0, 3, 37
1771-IFE/B 1771IFE/B Analog Input Module 1 20 522 37 0, 3, 37, 39
1771-IJ 1771IJ Encoder/Counter Module
2 1 0 1
0, 3 03 3 03
1771-IK 1771IK Encoder/Counter Module
1771-IL/A 1771IL/A Isolated Analog Input Mod. 1 12 512 19 0, 2, 19
1771-IL/B 1771IL/B Isolated Analog Input Mod. 1 12 515 19 0, 2, 19, 36, 37
1771-IR/A 1771IR/A RTD Input Module 1 8 38 14 0, 2, 8, 14
1771-IR/B 1771IR/B RTD Input Module 1 8 39 14 0, 2, 8, 14, 15
1771-IS 1771IS Multiplexer Input Module 1 6 17
1771-IXE/A 1771IXE/A Thermocouple/Millivolt 1 12 412 27 0, 1, 19, 27
Input Module
1771-IXE/B 1771IXE/B Thermocouple/Millivolt 1 12 413 27 0, 1, 19, 27, 28
Input Module
1771-IXHR/A 1771IXHR/A Highresolution 1 12 413 27 0, 3, 19, 27, 28
Thermocouple/Millivolt Input Module
1771-OF 1771OF Analog Output Module 2 1 01 4 460
1771-OFE/A 1771OFE/A Analog Output Module
2 5 0 5
0, 13 15 13
15, 13 0 5,
0, 5 13
1771-OFE/B 1771OFE/B Analog Output Module
N-Series/A 1771 NSeries Analog Module 2 28 0, 2028 59 0, 29, 59 59 0, 29, 59
1771-QA 1771QA Stepper Positioning Module 1 4 110
1771-QB 1771QB Linear Positioning Module 1 5 133
1771-QC 1771QC Servo Positioning Module 1 6 114
1771-SN 1771SN Sub I/O Scanner Module 2 16 0, 763 16 0, 763
1771-VHSC/A 1771VHSC Very Highspeed 2 18 0, 426 64 02, 4, 12, 20, 64 02, 4, 12, 20,
Counter Module 24, 29, 34, 24, 29, 34, 39,
39, 44, 49, 44, 49, 54, 59,
54, 59, 64 64
1771-Generic 1771 Generic Module③ 1 1 064 1 064 1 064
① ENPT Default = 4 x NUT
② ENPT Range = 215000 ms
③ For newly released modules or modules that can have multiple configurations but only one configuration is being used, you can use the generic
module type and specify the input and/or output sizes.
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The types of modules that may be accommodated by the processor’s

scheduled non-discrete I/O data-transfer mechanism are typically those
modules that require a one-time configuration and then continuously
read or write.
To communicate with the modules listed in Table 2.G as well as with other
1771 analog modules, you can also include explicit CIO instructions in
your ladder-logic program. See pages 4-4 and C-1 for more information.
1794 Modules
ControlNet 1794 Flex I/O mapping requires two map-table entries
per adapter.
The ControlNet scheduled transfer mechanism makes it possible to map

the 1794 modules listed in Table 2.H.
Table 2.H
1794 Flex I/O DataTransfer Mapping
Default Valid Default Valid

Input Input Output Output
Module Type Description①② Size Size(s) Size Size
1794-OE4/A 1794OE4/A Analog Output Module 1 4
1794-IE4XOE2/A 1794IE4XOE2/A Analog I/O Module 5 15 2
1794-IE8/A 1794IE8/A Analog Input Module 9 19
Other ControlNet Processors

ControlNet scheduled peer-to-peer communications between ControlNet
processors require one map-table entry per message. The PLC-5
processor at node 01, the controlling processor, must be included in
each message.
The ControlNet transfer mechanism makes it possible to map the

scheduled peer-to-peer messages listed in Table 2.I.
Table 2.I
PeertoPeer Communications Mapping
Message Type Description①② Default Input Size Valid Input Sizes
Peer In Scheduled Peer In
64 164
Peer Out to __ Scheduled Peer Out
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To communicate between any ControlNet PLC-5 processors on the

ControlNet network, you can include explicit MSG instructions in
your ladder-logic program. See pages 4-2 and C-1 for more information.
Using the ControlNet There can be only one PLC-5/20C or -5/40C processor updating I/O
PLC5 Processor in a adapters on a ControlNet network.
ControlNet I/O System the PLC-5/20C or -5/40C processor updating the I/O adapters must
be at network address 01—this is the “controlling” processor
only the controlling processor is allowed to send CIO instructions
additional PLC-5/20C or -5/40C processors can do scheduled transfers

to the PLC-5/20C or -5/40C processor at node 01 by using peer-to-peer
communications through the map table, but they cannot directly
communicate with or control the ControlNet remote I/O
In addition to your controlling processor, you can attach the following

ControlNet devices to your network:
Catalog Number(s) Device(s) Function

1785L20C, L40C PLC5/20C and 5/40C Programmable Controllers Communicate with other PLC5/20C or 5/40C
processors using scheduled or unscheduled peerto
peer communication
1784KTC ControlNet KTC Communication Card Allows other computer platforms to communicate with
the ControlNet network; for programming only
1784KTCx ControlNet KTCx Communication Card Allows other computer platforms to communicate with
the ControlNet network; supports redundant media; for
programming MMI
1770KFC ControlNet Serial/Parallel Communication Interface Connects a serial or parallel device to a ControlNet
network; supports redundant media
1771ACN 1771 ControlNet I/O Adapter Allows the PLC5/20C or 5/40C processor remote
access to AllenBradley's family of 1771designated I/O
modules via a ControlNet network; nonredundant only
1771ACNR 1771 ControlNet I/O Adapter Allows the PLC5/20C or 5/40C processor remote
modules via a ControlNet network; supports redundant
media
1794ACN 1794 ControlNet Flex I/O Adapter Allows the PLC5/20C or 5/40C processor remote
modules via a ControlNet network; nonredundant only
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Personal Computer or Personal Computer with Personal Computer with 1784KTCx or

Other Serial Device and ControlView or 1784KTCx Card and ControlView or 1784KTC Card and ControlView or
6200 Series Programming Software 6200 Series Programming Software 6200 Series Programming Software
PLC5/40C
Controlling
Processor
Serial Connection
1770KFC
Interface
ControlNet Network
1794ACN Flex I/O Adapter

1771ACN Data Highway Plus Link
Adapter PLC5/40C
Processor
Example of a ControlNet Network RemoteI/O Link in ControlNet Noncontrolling Mode
without Redundant Media
Personal Computer or Personal Computer with Personal Computer with 1784KTCx or

Other Serial Device and ControlView or 1784KTCx Card and ControlView or 1784KTC Card and ControlView or
6200 Series Programming Software 6200 Series Programming Software 6200 Series Programming Software
PLC5/40C
Controlling
Processor
Serial Connection
1770KFC
Interface
ControlNet Network
1771ACNR Data Highway Plus Link PLC5/40C

Adapter Processor
Example of a ControlNet Network RemoteI/O Link
in ControlNet
with Redundant Media Noncontrolling Mode
See page 3-4 for more information on ControlNet node configuration.
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Converting from a Non When you download archived files to a PLC-5/20C or -5/40C processor,
ControlNet Remote I/O the 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software ignores Channel 2 configuration
information from anything other than a ControlNet-processor program
System to a ControlNet
because Channel 2 is reserved for ControlNet communication on the
I/O System PLC-5/20C and -5/40C processors. The software sets Channel 2 to the
ControlNet default configuration.
Can be run on a
Program files① PLC5/20C or
for this process: Archived from a: On channel: 5/40C channel: If they fit and are:
• PLC5/11 • PLC5/40E
• PLC5/20 • PLC5/40L 0 0
• PLC5/20C • PLC5/60
• PLC 5/20E
PLC5/20E • PLC 5/60L
PLC5/60L
• PLC5/30 • PLC5/80
• PLC5/40 • PLC5/80E 1A 1A
• PLC5/40C
do nloaded unchanged
downloaded nchanged
• PLC5/20 • PLC5/40E
• PLC5/20C • PLC5/40L
• PLC5/20E • PLC5/60
1B 1B
• PLC5/30 • PLC5/60L
• PLC5/40 • PLC5/80
• PLC5/40C • PLC5/80E
• PLC5/20C • PLC5/40C 2 2
• PLC5/11 • PLC5/40E
Messaging and I/O
• PLC5/20 • PLC5/40L
• PLC5/20C • PLC5/60
• PLC5/20E • PLC5/60L 1A 2
• PLC5/30 • PLC5/80
• PLC5/40 • PLC5/80E
• PLC5/40C
performed by the ControlNet network you must make
• PLC5/20 • PLC5/40E these changes manually by reprogramming②③④
• PLC5/20C • PLC5/40L
• PLC5/20E • PLC5/60
1B 2
• PLC5/30 • PLC5/60L
• PLC5/40 • PLC5/80
• PLC5/40C • PLC5/80E
2
• PLC5/40 • PLC5/80
2A or 2B I/O you
performed by DH+ or remote I/O you must make
• PLC5/60 1A or 1B
these changes manually by reprogramming⑤
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Can be run on a
Program files① PLC5/20C or
for this process: Archived from a: On channel: 5/40C channel: If they fit and are:
2 1A or 1B performed by remote I/O you must make these
• PLC5/20E • PLC5/60L changes manually by reprogramming⑤
I/O • PLC 5/40E • PLC5/80E
PLC5/40E PLC 5/80E
• PLC5/40L 2 performed by the ControlNet network you must make
these changes manually by reprogramming③④⑤
① These include processor files, datatable files, and port configurations.
② If you do not update the program, the ControlNet processor will fault.
③ You must change blocktransfer instructions for the ControlNet system from the standard block transfer read (BTR) and block transfer write (BTW)
instructions to scheduled transfers or to unscheduled CIO instructions.
④ You must edit nonControlNet PLC5 programs containing references to the I/O Status File for use with I/O connected via the ControlNet network.
Information regarding ControlNet status is stored in a separate data file that you specify through the 6200 PLC5 Programming Software.
⑤ If you do not update the program, the datatable locations corresponding to the missing" I/O devices will not be updated.
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Configuring Your ControlNet System

Matching the processor configuration with the ControlNet configuration 32
Defining local rack characteristics 33
Editing the ControlNet node information 34
Editing ControlNet I/O mapping 36
Editing ControlNet 1794 I/O module action 310
ControlNet Configuration Edit Screens

in the 6200 Programming Software
Fx = Function Key
Channel
Overview ControlNet
F5 Node Information (Edit)
See Page 34
F2
F4
ControlNet
I/O Mapping (Edit)
See Page 36
F9
F2
ControlNet
I/O Action (Edit)
See Page 310
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Matching the Processor Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet Node Information
Configuration with the (Monitor) screen. If the ControlNet information in the processor does not
match that on the current ControlNet link, the software redisplays the
ControlNet Configuration
Channel Overview screen with a new prompt and set of function keys.
6200
Main Menu Channel Overview
Online Offline Channel 0: SYSTEM (POINT-TO-POINT)

Program or Program
Channel 1A: DH+
F1 F3 Channel 1B: SCANNER MODE
Channel 2: CONTROLNET
General Channel 3A: UNUSED
Utility
PROCESSOR CONFIGURATION IS INCONSISTENT WITH CURRENT CONTROLNET CONFIGURATION.
F7 Press F10 apply processor to CNet.
>
Rem Prog Forces:None 5/40C File CN
Apply
to Link
Channel F10
Overview
F4
If you want to: Do this:

Move cursor to
apply the processor configuration information to the current Press [F10]—Apply to Link
ControlNet link configuration, then go to the ControlNet Node
Information (Monitor) screen
Channel return to the original Channel Overview screen Press [Esc]
Configuration
(Monitor)
F5
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Defining Local Rack If you are programming offline, configuring Channel 2 for the first time,
Characteristics and entering an edit screen for the first time—or if you follow the steps on
the left—the software prompts you to select the number of slots in the local
chassis and your addressing mode.
6200
Main Menu ControlNet – Node Information MONITOR
Channel 2 Configuration NODE --
Diagnostics file: 0 Network Update Time(ms): 5

Coax Repeaters in Series: 1 Scheduled Bandwidth Usage: 0%
Offline Fiber Repeater Pai A Only
Program Local Rack Characteristics 0
(for reserving I/O image space)
F3
Node Node Type Select number Select addressing
of slots: mode:
F3 4 Slots F8 2–slot
General F4 8 Slots F9 1–slot
Utility F5
F6
12 Slots
16 Slots
F10 1/2–slot
F7
Press a function key, or ESC to exit.

>
Channel Rem Prog Forces:None 5/40C File CN
Accept 4 8 12 16 2– 1– 1/2–
Overview Edits Slots Slots Slots Slots Slot Slot Slot
F1 F3 F4 F5 F6 F8 F9 F10
F4
If you have: Press: If you want to: Do this:

Move cursor to
Channel 2: CONTROLNET 4 slots [F3]— apply pending edits and 1. Press [F1]—Accept Edits
4 Slots go too thee Co o e
ControlNet
Node Information
f (Edit) The software prompts you to enter the
8 slots [F4]— node number of your processor
Channel 8 Slots screen
Configuration 2 T
2. Type
pe the node
ode number
be of your
o
12 slots [F5]—
(Monitor)
12 Slots processor
F5 16 slots [F6]— 3. Press [Enter]
16 Slots
2slot [F8]— return to the Channel Press [Esc]
addressing 2-Slot Overview
O e e sc screen
ee
Define
Local Rack 1slot [F9]—
addressing 1-Slot
F7 1/2slot [F10]—
addressing 1/2-Slot
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Editing ControlNet Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet Node Information
Node Information (Edit) screen.
Important: Only one user on a network can enter a processor’s

ControlNet Node Information (Edit) screen at one time.
6200
Main Menu
ControlNet - Node Information EDIT
Channel 2 Configuration NODE 1
Online Offline
Program or Program Diagnostics File: N12 Network Update Time(ms): 5
Coax Repeaters in Series: 1 Scheduled Bandwidth Usage: 64%
F1 F3 Fiber Repeater Pairs: 0 Media Redundancy Usage: A Only
Maximum Scheduled Node: 10
General Node Node Type Series/Revision Status
Utility 1 PLC-5/40C C/H ACTIVE

2 1771-ACN A/A ACTIVE
F7 3 PLC-5/20C C/H ACTIVE
Channel Press a function key, page up or page down, or enter a value.

>
Overview Rem Prog Forces:None 5/40C File CN
Accept Map Move Copy Auto Delete Insert Delete Select
F4 Edits Edit Entry Entry Network List to List Item Option
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F10
Move cursor to
Channel 2: CONTROLNET If you want to: Do this:
specify and create a diagnostics file 1. Move the cursor to the Diagnostics File field
Channel 2. Type an integer file number between N3 and N999
Configuration
(Monitor) 3. Press [Enter]
specify the number of coax repeaters in 1. Move the cursor to the Coax Repeaters in Series
F5
series that you are using in your field
ControlNet network
2. Type a number from 0 through 5
3. Press [Enter]
Node
Edit specify the number of pairs of fiber 1. Move the cursor to the Fiber Repeater Pairs field
optic repeaters that you are using in
F4 your ControlNet network 2. Type 0, 1, or 2
3. Press [Enter]
enter the length of fiber cable between 1. Move the cursor to the appropriate Pair #x length
repeaters for any fiberoptic repeater (meters) field
pairs that you specify
2. Type a number between 100 and 25500 (the software
Important: The field(s) for fibercable rounds up to the nearest 100)
length only appear if the number of
fiberoptic repeater pairs is not zero. 3. Press [Enter]
specify the NUT the repetitive time 1. Move the cursor to the Network Update Time
interval during which data can be sent (ms) field
over the ControlNet network
2. Type a number between 2 and 100
Important: All nodes do not need to
transmit each NUI; however, the NUT 3. Press [Enter]
defines the minimum time during which a
node can transfer scheduled data.
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view the percent of scheduled bandwidth used in the See the Scheduled Bandwidth Usage field
worst case a percent that changes depending on the
ControlNet configuration
specify the redundancy characteristic for the 1. Move the cursor to the Media Redundancy Usage field
ControlNet channel
2. Press [F10]—Select Option to toggle to A/B, A Only, or B Only
specify the node with the highest network address 1. Move the cursor to the Maximum Scheduled Node field
that can use scheduled time on the ControlNet link
3. Press [Enter]
change a node's type 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Node Type field
2. Press [F10]—Select Option to toggle to your selection;
or enter a unique substring of the name of the new node type
change a node's series or revision 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Series/Revision field
2. Press [F10]—Select Option to toggle to your selection
change a node's status to active node is a working/ 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Status field
communicating node on the ControlNet network or
inactive configuration and map ping for node are 2. Press [F10]—Select Option to toggle to Active or Inactive
included in computation of NUT, etc.; but device is not
actually connected to the network
go to the ControlNet I/O Mapping (Edit) screen 1. Press [F2]—Map Edit
2. Go to page 36
move a node description to an unused network address 1. Move the cursor to one of the node's cursorable fields
2. Press [F3]—Move Entry
3. Type the new network address
4. Press [Enter]
copy node information to a different network address 1. Move the cursor to one of the original node's cursorable fields
2. Press [F4]—Copy Entry
3. Type the new network address
4. Press [Enter]
automatically add nodes connected to the channel to Press [F5]—Auto Network
the node list if you are programming online
delete all nodes from the list except for the processor Press [F6]—Delete List
that you are editing
insert an entry or range of entries into the node list 1. Press [F7]—Insert to List
2. Type a new network address or range of network addresses e.g., 510
3. Press [Enter]
delete an entry from the node list 1. Move the cursor to one of the node's cursorable fields
2. Press [F8]—Delete Item
apply pending edits and return to the ControlNet Node Press [F1]—Accept Edits
Information (Monitor) screen
return to the ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) Press [Esc]
screen without saving any pending edits
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Editing ControlNet Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet I/O Mapping (Edit)
I/O Mapping screen.
Important:
6200
Main Menu Only one user on a network can enter a processor’s ControlNet I/O
Mapping (Edit) screen at one time.
Online Offline While you are editing the map-table entries on this screen or accepting
Program or Program
pending edits, the screen may display the following message:
F1 F3
Maximum transmit size exceeded—adjustments necessary.
General
This indicates that you are attempting to configure a node to transmit
Utility more data per NUT than the node can support.
F7
ControlNet - I/O Mapping EDIT
Channel Status File: N32 Network Update Time(ms): 5 Sch BW(%): 64

Overview Data Input File: N34 ------ Processor’s ControlNet Resource Usage ----
Data Output File: N36 Map Entries PLC BW (%) DIF (%) DOF (%)
Dflt Config File: N38 8 8 10 8
F4
Node Mod/Msg Type Exp Net Pckt Input Output Status Config
S/M Time(ms) File Size File Size Offset File Size
1 PLC-5/40C n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a

Move cursor to 1 Peer Out to 3 20 n/a n/a N36:0 24 0 n/a n/a
Channel 2: CONTROLNET 2 1771-ACN 5 I:010 8 O:010 8 3 n/a n/a
6 1771-IFE/A 15 N34:0 20 n/a n/a 6 N38:0 37
7 1771-OFE/A 13 N34:20 5 N36:64 5 9 N36:64 13
3 PLC-5/20C n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Channel 1 Peer In 7 N34:25 24 n/a n/a 15 n/a n/a
Configuration
Press a function key, page up or page down, or enter a value.
(Monitor) >
Rem Prog Forces:None Display:Slot/Message 5/40C File CN
F5 Accept Select Node Auto Clear Insert Delete Edit Select
Edits Display Edit Mapping * to List * Actions Option
F1 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
Map
Monitor If you want to: Do this:
F2 specify and create the status file the file containing 1. Move the cursor to the Status File field
status information on all the ControlNet network's
scheduled I/O maptable entries 2. Type an integer file number between N3 and N999
3. Press [Enter]
Map
Edit specify and create the DIF the file used for both non 1. Move the cursor to the Data Input File field
discrete and peertopeer input data transfer over the
F2 ControlNet network 2. Type an integer file number between N3 and N999
3. Press [Enter]
specify and create the DOF the file used for both 1. Move the cursor to the Data Output File field
nondiscrete and peertopeer output data transfer
over the ControlNet network 2. Type an integer file number between N3 and N999
3. Press [Enter]
specify and create the Default Configuration File the 1. Move the cursor to the Dflt Config File field
file used to store nondiscrete I/O data transfer and
1794 Flex I/O configuration information when the 2. Type an integer file number between N3 and N999
automaticmapping feature is used 3. Press [Enter]
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specify the NUT 1. Move the cursor to the Network Update Time (ms) field
3. Press [Enter]
view the percent of scheduled bandwidth See the Scheduled Bandwidth Usage field
used in the worst case a percent that
changes depending on the NUT and the
completed maptable entries
view the number of scheduled I/O maptable See the Map Entries field
entries indicating data transfers between the
scanning processor and other nodes
view the percentage of bandwidth used for See the PLC BW (%) field
the ControlNet PLC5 processor that you
are using
view the percentage of the DIF being used See the DIF (%) field
view the percentage of the DOF being used See the DOF (%) field
change a module or message's type 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Type field
2. Press [F10]—Select Option to toggle to your selection; or enter a unique substring
of the name of the new module or message type
change the ENPT for a module or message 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Exp Net Pckt Time (ms) field
2. Type a number between the NUT and 15000
3. Press [Enter]
manually enter the destination file for 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Input File field
information received from a module or
message e.g., a 1771ACN, 1794ACN, If the item is a digital module, I:" is displayed
or Peer In If it is nondiscrete or peertopeer input, the DIF is displayed
(Scheduled peertopeer inputs can also use the inputimage file)
2. For nondiscrete or peertopeer input, type an offset between 0 and 999; for discrete or
peertopeer input, type an offset between 0 and the end of the input image
3. Press [Enter]
manually enter the amount of information 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Input Size field
received from a module or message e.g.,
a 1771ACN, 1794ACN, or Peer In 2. Type a value
3. Press [Enter]
manually enter the source file for information 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Output File field
sent to a module or in a message e.g., a
1771ACN, 1794ACN, or Peer Out If the item is a digital module, O:" is displayed
If it is nondiscrete or peertopeer output, the DOF is displayed
(Scheduled peertopeer outputs can also use the outputimage file)
2. For nondiscrete or peertopeer output, type an offset between 0 and 999; for discrete or
peertopeer output, type an offset between 0 and the end of the output image
3. Press [Enter]
manually enter the amount of information 1. Move the cursor to the entry's Output Size field
sent to a module or in a message e.g., a
1771ACN, 1794ACN, or Peer Out 2. Type a value
3. Press [Enter]
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view the offset into the status file that con See the Status Offset field for the item
tains the status information for a module or
message (determined by the software)
manually enter the file for storing the I/O 1. Move the cursor to the module's Config File field
configuration needed for a module e.g.,
a 1771IFE or 1794ACN 2. Type an integer file number between N3 and N999
Important: If a 1771 module uses the DOF, 3. Press [Enter]
this must match.
manually enter the amount of information 1. Move the cursor to the module's Config Size field
to be stored in the I/O configuration file for
a module e.g., a 1771IFE 2. Type a valid value
3. Press [Enter]
select the display of slots, messages, or 1. Press [F3]—Select Display
slots and messages in the list
2. Press [F2]—Slot Display or [F3]—Message Display or [F4]—Slot/Message
Slot Display displays all the nondigital
I/O cards configured in physical slots of a
chassis and their physical slot numbers
Message Display displays all the
peertopeer messages configured between
PLC processors and their message numbers
Slot/Message displays all the above
go to the ControlNet Node Information (Edit) Press [F4]—Node Edit
screen
have the software automatically map into 1. Press [F5]—Auto Mapping
available datatable space (I/O or DIF/DOF)
modules and messages that are listed but 2. Select items to be mapped by pressing:
not mapped • [F2]—Select All to select all the items that are not mapped
• [F3]—Toggle to select or unselect an item that is highlighted by the cursor
• [F4]—Clear All to unselect any items that are selected
• [F8]—Auto Module to have the software automatically scan configured nodes for slot
information if you are programming online
For 1771 I/O, Auto Module determines the size of the chassis
For 1794 Flex I/O, Auto Module determines the size of the chassis and lists all the
nondiscrete I/O datatransfer modules in the chassis
3. Press [F10]—Auto I/O Map

clear the following information on a module 1. Move the cursor to the slot/message where you want to clear information
or message:
2. Press [F6]—Clear *
• input file and offset
• output file and offset 3. Press [F8]—Clear Item
• status offset
• config file and offset
clear the following information about all 1. Press [F6]—Clear *
modules and messages:
2. Press [F10]—Clear List
• input file and offset
• output file and offset
• status offset
• config file and offset
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insert an entry or range of entries into the list 1. Move the cursor to the node where you want to add a module or message
2. Press [F7]—Insert to List
3. Type the slot or message number (slot/message or node.slot/message) for a single new
entry or range (slot/messageslot/message or node.slot/messageslot/message) for
multiple new entries
4. Press [Enter]
delete a module or message 1. Move the cursor to the item that you want to delete
2. Press [F8]—Delete *
3. Press [F8]—Delete Item
delete all modules and messages 1. Press [F8]—Delete *
2. Press [F10]—Delete List
go to the ControlNet I/O Action screen 1. Move the cursor to the 1794 Flex I/O module entry who's actions you want to edit
Important: This option is not available if the 2. Press [F9]—Edit Actions
display mode is set to Message Display
on this screen by using [F3]—Select
Display.
apply pending edits and return to the Press [F1]—Accept Edits
ControlNet I/O Mapping (Monitor) screen
return to the ControlNet I/O Mapping Press [Esc]
(Monitor) screen without saving any
pending edits
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Editing ControlNet 1794 I/O Module Action

6200 Follow the steps on the left to the ControlNet I/O Action (Edit) screen.
Main Menu
Important: Only one user on a network can enter a processor’s
ControlNet 1794 I/O Module Action screen at one time.
Online Offline
Program or Program
ControlNet – I/O Action EDIT
F1 F3 Channel 2 Configuration NODE 1
Node 4 1794–ACN
General Module Type Fault Action Idle Action Fault Action

Utility Slot From Idle
F7 0 1794–Digital Reset Reset Idle

1 1794–IE8/A Reset Reset Idle
2 1794–OE4/A Safe Reset Idle
3 1794–IE4XOE2/A Safe Reset Idle
4 1794–Digital Reset Reset Idle
Channel 5 1794–Digital Reset Reset Idle
Overview 6 1794–Digital Reset Reset Idle
F4
Press a function key or cursor key.

>
Move cursor to Rem Prog Forces:None 5/40C File CN
Accept Map Toggle Toggle
Edits Edit All Entry
F1 F2 F8 F10
Channel
Configuration
(Monitor) If you want to: Do this:
F5 change a system's fault action 1. Move the cursor to the Fault Action column
i.e., the action that it takes
when it faults 2. Press [F8]—Toggle All to toggle between:
• Reset to change all outputs to zero
Map
• Hold Last to maintain all current output values
Monitor • Safe to change all outputs to userspecified fail-safe values
change a system's idle action 1. Move the cursor to the Idle Action column
F2
when it becomes idle 2. Press [F8]—Toggle All to toggle between:
Map • Hold Last to maintain all current output values
Edit • Safe to change all outputs to userspecified fail-safe values
F2 change a system's fault action 1. Move the cursor to the Fault Action From Idle column
from idle i.e., the action that
it takes when it faults from idle 2. Press [F8]—Toggle All to toggle between:
• Idle to use the idle action
Move cursor to • Fault to use the fault action
a 1794 I/O entry change a module's fault action 1. Move the cursor to the module's field Fault Action field
when it faults 2. Press [F10]—Toggle Entry to toggle between:
Edit • Reset to change all outputs to zero

Actions • Hold Last to maintain all current output values
• Safe to change all outputs to userspecified fail-safe values
F9
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change a module's idle action 1. Move the cursor to the module's Idle Action field
when it becomes idle 2. Press [F10]—Toggle Entry to toggle between:
• Hold Last to maintain all current output values
• Safe to change all outputs to userspecified fail-safe values
change a module's fault action 1. Move the cursor to the module's Fault Action From Idle field
from idle i.e., the action that
it takes when it faults from idle 2. Press [F10]—Toggle Entry to toggle between:
• Idle to use the idle action
• Fault to use the fault action
apply pending edits and return Press [F1]—Accept Edits
to the ControlNet I/O Mapping
(Edit) screen
go back to the ControlNet I/O Press [F2]—Map Edit or [Esc]
Mapping (Edit) screen
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Chapter
Programming Your ControlNet System
Using This Chapter If you want to read about using: Go to page:

ControlNet message instructions 42
ControlNet I/O transfer instructions 44
ControlNet immediate data input and output instructions 46
Using Selectable Timed Interrupts (STIs) in a program on a ControlNet network 47
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Using ControlNet Message You can use the existing MG data type to send two message commands
Instructions over the ControlNet system within the local ControlNet link—PLC-5
TYPED WRITE and PLC-5 TYPED READ.
Monitor
File
Follow the steps on the left to go to the Instruction Entry for Message
Block screen.
F8
Instruction Entry for Message Block MG20:50
Communication Command: PLC-5 TYPED WRITE

Edit PLC-5 Data Table Address: N8:0
Size in Elements: 1
F10
Local ControlNet Node: 1

Insert Destination Data Table Address: N11:0
Rung Port Number: 2
F4 BLOCK SIZE = 56 WORDS
Press a key to change a parameter or <ENTER> to accept parameters.

>
Insert Rem Prog Forces:None Edits:None 5/40C File CN
Instruction Command PLC-5 Size in Local Destin Port
Type Address Elemnts Node Address Number
F4 F1 F2 F3 F8 F9 F10
Others If you want to: Do this:

F10 change the command type Press [F1]—Command Type to toggle between:
• PLC-5 TYPED WRITE to select a write operation to
another PLC5 processor
• PLC-5 TYPED READ to select a read operation from
I/O
Message another PLC5 processor
F3 enter a PLC5 datatable address 1. Press [F2]—PLC-5 Address

2. Type the PLC5 datatable address
3. Press [Enter]
Message enter the size in elements 1. Press [F3]—Size in Elemnts
F5 2. Type a number of elements from 1 to 1000
3. Press [Enter]
enter the destination network address 1. Press [F8]—Local Node
Enter message control block address 2. Type a number from 1 to 99
using file type MG
3. Press [Enter]
enter a destination datatable address 1. Press [F9]—Destin Address
Port 2. Type the destination datatable address
Number
3. Press [Enter]
F10
Type 2 and press

Enter
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6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the Data Monitor for Message Control
Main Menu Block screen.
Online Offline
Program or Program Data Monitor for Message Control Block MG20:50
F1 F3 Communication Command: PLC-5 TYPED WRITE

PLC-5 Data Table Address: N8:0 ignore if timed-out: 0 TO
Size in Elements: 1 to be retried: 0 NR
awaiting execution: 0 EW
Cursor to file; continuous: 0 CO
or enter file number or name error: 0 ER
message done: 0 DN
Local ControlNet Node: 1 message transmitting: 0 ST
Destination Data Table Address: N11:0 message enabled: 0 EN
Monitor Port Number: 2
File Error Code: 0000 (HEX)
F8
Press a function key or enter a value.
MG20:50.TO =
Rem Prog Forces:None Data:Decimal Addr:Decimal 5/40C File CN
Toggle Size in Specify Next Prev Next Prev
Cursor to MSG instruction Bit Elemnts Address File File Element Element
F2 F3 F5 F7 F8 F9 F10
Data
Monitor
The fields of the MG data type that you can directly address are:
F8
.TO Abort (Time out) control bit word 0, bit 08

.NR Noresponse flag bit—not used word 0, bit 09
.EW Enabled-waiting flag bit word 0, bit 02
.CO Continuous control bit word 0, bit 03
.ER Errored flag bit word 0, bit 04
.DN Done flag bit word 0, bit 05
.ST Started flag bit word 0, bit 06
.EN Enabled flag bit word 0, bit 07
.ERR Error-code word word 1
.RLEN Requested length word word 2
For more detailed information on writing ladder programs and using

More message instructions, see the PLC-5 Programming Software Instruction Set
Reference, publication 6200-6.4.11, and PLC-5 Programming Software
Programming, publication 6200-6.4.7.
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Using the ControlNet I/O You can use the ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO) instruction and the
Transfer Instruction ControlNet Transfer (CT) data type to make ControlNet I/O transfers
within the local ControlNet link. Follow the steps on the left to go to the
6200 Instruction Entry for ControlNet I/O Transfer Block screen.
Main Menu
Instruction Entry for ControlNet I/O Transfer Block CT21:50
Online Offline Communication Command: 1771 WRITE

Program or Program PLC-5 Data Table Address: N7:3
Size in Elements: 10
F1 F3 Elements Transmitted: 0
Cursor to file; Local ControlNet Node: 1

Slot Number: 0
or enter file number or name Port Number: 2
BLOCK SIZE = 22 WORDS

Monitor
File Press a key to change a parameter or <ENTER> to accept parameters.
>
F8 Rem Prog Forces:None Edits:None 5/40C File CN
Command PLC-5 Size in Local Slot
Type Address Elemnts Node Number
F1 F2 F3 F8 F9
Edit
F10 If you want to: Do this:

change the command type Press [F1]—Command Type to toggle between:
• 1771 READ reads input data from 1771 nondiscrete I/O module
Insert
• 1771 WRITE writes output data to 1771 nondiscrete I/O module
Rung
• 1794 FAULT ACTION changes the action that a module takes when it faults
F4 • 1794 IDLE ACTION changes the action that a module takes when it is idle
• 1794 CONFIG DATA changes a module's configuration data
• 1794 SAFE STATE DATA changes a module's safestate data
Insert enter a PLC5 data 1. Press [F2]—PLC-5 Address
Instruction table address 2. Type the datatable address
F4 3. Press [Enter]
enter the size in elements 1. Press [F3]—Size in Elemnts
2. Type the number of elements:
Others • 1 for 1794 FAULT ACTION or 1794 IDLE ACTION
F10 • 1 to 15 for 1794 CONFIG DATA or 1794 SAFE STATE DATA
• 0① to 64 for 1771 READ or 1771 WRITE
3. Press [Enter]
I/O enter the destination 1. Press [F8]—Local Node

Message network address 2. Type a number from 1 to 99
F3 3. Press [Enter]
enter the destination 1. Press [F9]—Slot Number
slot number
2. Type the number of the slot that holds the I/O device number from 0 to 15
CIO
3. Press [Enter]
F8
① If you enter a 0, the module determines the size of the transfer. In this case, you must make sure that your
datatable can accomodate up to 64 words.
Enter control block address

using file type CT
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6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the Data Monitor for ControlNet I/O
Main Menu Transfer Block screen.
Online Offline Data Monitor for ControlNet I/O Transfer Block CT21:50
Program or Program Communication Command: 1771 Write
F1 F3 PLC-5 Data Table Address: N7:3 ignore if timed-out: 0 TO
Size in Elements: 10 awaiting execution: 0 EW
Elements Transmitted: 0 continuous: 0 CO
error: 0 ER
transfer done: 0 DN
Cursor to file; Local ControlNet Node: 1 transfer started: 0 ST
or enter file number or name Slot Number: 0 transfer enabled: 0 EN
Port Number: 2
Error Code: 0000 (HEX)

Monitor
File
F8 Press a function key or enter a value.

CT21:50.TO =
Rem Prog Forces:None Data:Decimal Addr:Decimal 5/40C File CN
Toggle Size in Specify Next Prev Next Prev
Bit Elemnts Address File File Element Element
F2 F3 F5 F7 F8 F9 F10
Cursor to CIO instruction
Data
Monitor The fields of the CT data type that you can directly address are:
F8
.TO Abort (Time out) control bit word 0, bit 08
.EW Enabled-waiting flag bit word 0, bit 02
Monitor
File
.CO Continuous control bit word 0, bit 03
F3 .ER Errored flag bit word 0, bit 04
.DN Done flag bit word 0, bit 05
.ST Started flag bit word 0, bit 06
.EN Enabled flag bit word 0, bit 07
.ERR Error-code word word 1
.RLEN Requested length word word 2
.DLEN Done length word word 3
.FILE Transfer file number word 4
.ELEM Transfer element number word 5
For more detailed information on writing ladder programs, see the PLC-5
More Programming Software Instruction Set Reference, publication 6200-6.4.11,
and PLC-5 Programming Software Programming, publication 6200-6.4.7.
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Using ControlNet Immediate You can use two instructions for immediate data input and output
Data Input and Output on a ControlNet network—Immediate Data Input (IDI) and Immediate
Data Output (IDO).
Instructions
6200 Follow the steps on the left to add IDI and IDO instructions to your
Main Menu program.
IDI
Online Offline IMMEDIATE DATA INPUT
Program or Program Data file offset 232
F1 F3 Length 10
Destination N11:232
Cursor to file;
or enter file number or name IDO
IMMEDIATE DATA OUTPUT
Monitor Length 24
File
Source N12:175
F8
[END OF FILE]
Press a function key.

(File 2: Rung 0)
Edit Rem Prog Forces:None Edits:None 5/40C File CN
Change Config Return Program Documnt Search General Data Force Edit
F10 Mode Display to Menu Dirctry Utility Monitor
F1 F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9 F10
Insert In the example above, an IDI is initiated that updates the destination file
Rung from the private buffer before the next normal input-image update. The
F4 Data File Offset (232) is the offset into the buffer where the data is stored.
The Length (10) identifies the number of words in the transfer—it can be
an immediate value ranging from 1 to 64 or a logical address that specifies
the number of words to be transferred. The Destination (N11:232) is the
Insert
Instruction destination of the words to be transferred. The Destination should be the
matching data-table address in the DIF except when you use the instruction
F4
to ensure data-block integrity in the case of Selectable Timed Interrupts
(STIs). See page 4-7.
Others An IDO is initiated that updates the private memory output buffer from the
F10 source file before the next normal outputimage update. The Data File
Offset (175) is the offset into the buffer where the data is stored. The
Length (24) identifies the number of words in the transfer or a logical
I/O
address that specifies the number of words to be transferred. The Source
Message (N12:175) is the source of the words to be transferred. The Source should
F3 be the matching data-table address in the DOF except when you use the
instruction to ensure data-block integrity in the case of Selectable Timed
Interrupts (STIs). See page 4-7.
IDI IDO
or
F6 F7
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For more detailed information on writing ladder programs, see the PLC-5
More Programming Software Instruction Set Reference, publication 6200-6.4.11,
and PLC-5 Programming Software Programming, publication 6200-6.4.7.
For information on programming ControlNet I/O transfers using

Immediate Input (INN) and Immediate Output (IOT) instructions, see the
PLC-5 Programming Software Instruction Set Reference, publication
6200-6.4.11.
Using Selectable Timed You must be careful when using Selectable Timed Interrupts (STIs)
Interrupts with a Program with a program on a ControlNet network.
on a ControlNet Network
A Selectable Timed Interrupt (STI) periodically interrupts primary
program execution in order to run a subprogram to completion. If an STI
occurs while a normal ControlNet non-discrete I/O data transfer or a
ControlNet Immediate Data I/O instruction (IDO or IDI) is in progress and
they both operate on the same set of data, the integrity of that block of data
is jeopardized.
To ensure data-block integrity, write your STI routine so that it operates

on its own copy of the data block that it needs. Use ControlNet Immediate
Data I/O instructions (IDO and IDI) within your STI to copy the needed
block of data out to and back from a temporary location that is different
from that used by the normal data table.
For detailed information on STIs, see PLC-5 Programming Software

More Configuration and Maintenance, publication 6200-6.4.6.
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Monitoring and Troubleshooting

Your ControlNet System
Using This Chapter If you want to read about: See page:

Using the general status indicators 52
Using the ControlNet status indicators 53
Monitoring the ControlNet configuration and status screens 55
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Monitoring and Troubleshooting Your
ControlNet System
Using the General The general status indicators inform you of the general operational state of
Status Indicators the processor.
Indicator State Description Probable Cause(s) Recommended Action(s)

Steady Red Battery low Battery low Replace battery within 10 days (typical)
BATT
Off Battery good Normal operation None
BATT
Processor in Run mode
Steady Green
and fully operational
PROC Normal operation None
Processor memory being
Flashing Green
FORCE transferred to EEPROM
1. Check major fault bit in status file (S:11)
COMM for error definition
Flashing Red Major fault Runtime error 2. Clear fault bit

3. Correct problem
4. Return to Run mode
Normal operation if
processor's FLASH
None
Processor in FLASH memory is being
Alternating Red memory programming reprogrammed
and Green mode
PROC Processor FLASH
Contact your local AB representative for a
memory checksum
field firmware update
error
Processor memory
Clear memory and reload program
checksum error
Memorymodule Correct backplane switch settings, and/or
error insert correct memory module
Steady Red Major fault 1. Turn power off, reseat processor, then
power up
Internal diagnostics 2. Clear memory and reload your program
failed
3. Replace EEPROM with new program
4. If still an error, replace the processor
Processor in Program Normal operation if
Off None
Load or Test mode mode correct
Steady Amber SFC and/or I/O forces
enabled
Flashing SFC and/or I/O forces
FORCE Normal operation
Amber present but not enabled
Off SFC and/or I/O forces not
present None
Normal operation if
No transmission on channel not being
Off
Channel 0 used
COMM
Transmission on Normal operation if
Flashing Green
Channel 0 channel being used
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Using the ControlNet Status The ControlNet status indicators inform you of the operational state of the
Indicators ControlNet network.
Indicator State Description Probable Cause(s) Recommended Action(s)

ControlNet I/O not present Normal operation if Channel
Off None
or not operating 2 not being used
All nodes configured in
I/O Steady the ControlNet map table
Normal operation None
Green present and operating
properly
Cable(s) or connector(s) Repair or replace cable(s) or
At least one node broken or not connected connector(s), and reconnect
I/O configured for the
A B Flashing
ControlNet network not Destination module(s) bad
Green/Off Repair or replace module(s)
present or not operating or missing
properly
Node(s) not on network Connect node to network
All nodes configured for Cable(s) or connector(s) Repair or replace cable(s) or

Flashing broken or not connected connector(s), and reconnect
ControlNet not present or
Red/Off
not operating properly Nodes not on network Connect nodes to network
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Indicator State➀ Probable Cause Recommended Action(s)

None
Off No power
Power up
Cycle power or reset unit
Steady Red Faulted unit If fault persists, contact your AllenBradley Company, Inc.
and representative or distributor
A B
Alternating
Selftest None
Red/Green
Alternating Check network address and other ControlNet
Incorrect node configuration
Red/Off configuration parameters
None
Off Channel disabled
Configure for ControlNet communication
Steady
Normal operation None
Green
None
Temporary errors
Flashingg Make sure that ControlNet is properly terminated
G
Green/Off
/Off
Make sure the Configuration Manager node is present
or Node is not configured to go online
A B and working②
Check media for broken cables, loose connectors, missing
Flashing Media fault
terminators, etc.
Red/Off
No other nodes present on network Add other nodes to the network
Cycle power or reset unit
Flashing
Incorrect network configuration If fault persists, contact your AllenBradley Company, Inc.
Red/Green
representative or distributor
➀ Definition of terms:
• alternating the two indicators alternate between the two defined states at the same time (applies to both indicators viewed together);
the two indicators are always in opposite states, out of phase
• flashing the indicator alternates between the two defined states (applies to each indicator viewed independent of the other); if both
indicators are flashing, they flash together, in phase
• steady indicator is on continuously in the defined state
② The Configuration Manager node at node 01, the controlling processor is the node responsible for distributing ControlNet configuration data
to all nodes on the ControlNet network.
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Using the 6200 This section shows you how to use the ControlNet configuration monitor
Programming Software and status screens found in the 6200 PLC-5 Programming Software,
release 5.1 or later.
to Monitor ControlNet
Configuration and Status
ControlNet Configuration Monitor and Status Screens
in the 6200 Programming Software
Channel ControlNet
Overview Node Information (Monitor)
F5
See Page 56 Fx = Function Key
F2 F9
F4 F4
ControlNet ControlNet
F5
I/O Mapping (Monitor) View Times
F5
See Page 57 See Page 58
F9 F6 F9
F6
F2
ControlNet ControlNet
Map Entries Status I/O Action (Monitor)
ControlNet
Channel 2 Status
WHO
F5 See Page 512
ControlNet WHO ACTIVE ControlNet WHO ACTIVE

Active Node Identification Active Node Status
F2
F5 F6
ControlNet WHO ACTIVE ControlNet WHO ACTIVE

Channel Status Network Status
See Page 517 F5 See Page 519
F6
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Using the ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) Screen

6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet Node Information
Main Menu (Monitor) screen.
ControlNet - Node Information MONITOR

Online Offline Channel 2 Configuration NODE 1
Program or Program
Diagnostics File: N12 Network Update Time(ms): 5
F1 F3 Coax Repeaters in Series: 1 Scheduled Bandwidth Usage: 64%
Fiber Repeater Pairs: 0 Media Redundancy Usage: A Only
Maximum Scheduled Node: 10
Node Node Type Series/Revision Status

General
Utility 1 PLC-5/40C C/H ACTIVE
F7 3 PLC-5/20C C/H ACTIVE
Channel Press a function key, page up or page down, or enter a node. number.
Overview >
F4 Map Node Define Chan 2
Monitor Edit LclRack Status
F2 F4 F7 F9
Move cursor to
The ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) screen lists the nodes that
you have entered for the ControlNet network; and it shows the node type,
product series/revision, and status (active or inactive) that you have
Channel configured for each node.
Configuration
(Monitor)
If you want to: Press:
F5
quickly position the cursor on a specific node in 1. Type the node number and a period (.)
the list e.g., 2.
2. Press [Enter]
go to the ControlNet I/O Mapping (Monitor) screen Press [F2]—Map Monitor
go to the ControlNet Node Information (Edit) screen Press [F4]—Node Edit
define the characteristics of the local chassis (for Press [F7]—Define LclRack
reserving I/O image space)
Important: This option is not available if you are
programming online.
go to the ControlNet Channel 2 Status screen Press [F9]—Chan 2 Status
go to the Channel Overview screen Press [Esc]
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Using the ControlNet I/O Mapping (Monitor) Screen

6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet I/O Mapping
Main Menu (Monitor) screen.
ControlNet – I/O Mapping MONITOR
Online Offline
Program or Program Status File: N32 Network Update Time(ms): 5 Sch BW(%): 64
Data Input File: N34 –––––– Processor’s ControlNet Resource Usage –––––
F1 F3 Data Output File: N36 Map Entries PLC BW (%) DIF (%) DOF (%)
Node Mod/Msg Type Act Net Pckt Input Output Status Config
General S/M Time(ms) File Size File Size Offset File Size
Utility
1 PLC–5/40C n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
F7 1 Peer Out to 3 20 n/a n/a N36:0 64 0 n/a n/a
2 1771–ACN 5 I:010 8 O:010 8 3 n/a n/a
6 1771–IFE/A 10 N34:0 20 n/a n/a 6 N38:0 37
7 1771–OFE/A 10 N34:20 5 N36:64 5 9 N36:64 13
3 PLC–5/20C n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a n/a
Channel 1 Peer In 5 N34:25 24 n/a n/a 15 n/a n/a
Overview
Press a function key, page up or page down, or enter a node.s/m number.
F4 >
Map Select Node View Monitor Define I/O Monitor
Edit Display Monitor Times Status LclRack Monitor Actions
F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F7 F8 F9
Move cursor to
quickly position the cursor on a specific entry in the list 1. Type the node number, a period (.),
Channel and the slot or message number of
Configuration the entry e.g., 2.7
(Monitor)
2. Press [Enter]
F5
go to the ControlNet I/O Mapping (Edit) screen Press [F2]—Map Edit
select the display of slots, messages, or slots and messages in 1. Press [F3]—Select Display
the list
2. Press [F2]—Slot Display or
Map [F3]—Message Display or
Monitor [F4]—Slot/Message
F2 go to the ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) screen Press [F4]—Node Monitor
view the Actual Network Packet Time (ANPT) and Expected Press [F5]—View Times
Network Packet Time (ENPT) instead of the input, output,
status, and configuration information
go to the ControlNet Map Entries Status screen Press [F6]—Monitor Status
define the characteristics of the local chassis Press [F7]—Define LclRack
Important: This option is not available if you are
programming online.
go to the I/O Configuration Monitor Utility 1. Move your cursor to an analog entry
2. Press [F8]—I/O Monitor
go to the ControlNet I/O Action (Monitor) screen 1. Move the cursor to the 1794 I/O
Important: This option is not available if the display mode is module entry who's actions you want
set to Message Display on this screen or the ControlNet to monitor
View Times screen by using [F3]—Select Display. 2. Press [F9]—Monitor Actions
return to the ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) screen Press [Esc]
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Using the ControlNet View Times Screen

6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet View Times screen.
Main Menu
ControlNet – View Times MONITOR
Online Offline Status File: N32 Network Update Time(ms): 5 Sch BW(%): 64
Program or Program Data Input File: N34 –––––– Processor’s ControlNet Resource Usage –––––
F1 F3 Dflt Config File: N38 8 8 10 8
Node Mod/Msg Type Act Net Pckt Exp Net Pckt

S/M Time(ms) Time(ms)
General
Utility 1 PLC–5/20C n/a n/a
1 Peer Out To 3 20 20
F7 2 1771–ACN 5 5
6 1771–IFE/A 10 15
7 1771–OFE/A 10 13
3 PLC–5/20C n/a n/a
1 Peer In 5 7
Channel
Overview Press a function key, page up or page down, or enter a node.s/m number.
>
F4 Rem Prog Forces:None Display:Slot/Message 5/40C File CN
Map Select Node View Monitor I/O Monitor
Edit Display Monitor Mapping Status Monitor Actions
F2 F3 F4 F5 F6 F8 F9
Move cursor to
quickly position the cursor on a specific entry in the list 1. Type the node number, a period (.),
Channel and the slot or message number of
Configuration the entry
(Monitor) 2. Press [Enter]
F5 see the ANPT for an entry the actual time it takes for the Look at the Act Net Pckt Time (ms)
network to update the data field for that entry
see the ENPT for an entry the maximum time allowed for the Look at the Exp Net Pckt Time (ms)
network to update the data field for that entry
Map
Monitor go to the ControlNet I/O Mapping (Edit) screen Press [F2]—Map Edit
F2 select the display of slots, messages, or slots and messages 1. Press [F3]—Select Display
in the list
2. Press [F2]—Slot Display or
[F3]—Message Display or
[F4]—Slot/Message
View
Times go to the ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) screen Press [F4]—Node Monitor
F5 toggle back to view input, output, status, and configuration Press [F5]-View Mapping
information
go to the ControlNet Map Entries Status screen Press [F6]—Monitor Status
go to the I/O Configuration Monitor Utility 1. Move your cursor to an analog entry
2. Press [F8]—I/O Monitor
go to the ControlNet I/O Action (Monitor) screen 1. Move the cursor to the 1794 I/O
Important: This option is not available if the display mode is module entry who's actions you want
set to Message Display on this screen or the ControlNet I/O to monitor
Mapping screen by using [F3]—Select Display. 2. Press [F9]—Monitor Actions
return to the ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) screen Press [Esc]
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Using the ControlNet Map Entries Status Screen

6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet Map Entries
Main Menu Status screen.
ControlNet – Map Entries Status MONITOR

Online Offline Channel 2 Configuration
Program or Program
Status File: N32 Network Update Time(ms): 5 Sch BW(%): 64
F1 F3 Data Input File: N34 –––––– Processor’s ControlNet Resource Usage –––––
General Node Mod/Msg Type Status Status Data Inhibit

S/M Offset Valid Reset
Utility
1 PLC–5/40C n/a n/a n/a n/a
F7 1 W Peer Out to 3 SUCCESS 0 YES 0 0
2 1771–ACN SUCCESS 3 YES 0 0
6 R 1771–IFE/A SUCCESS 6 YES 0 0
7 R 1771–OFE/A SUCCESS 9 YES 0 0
7 W 1771–OFE/A SUCCESS 12 YES 0 0
Channel 3 PLC–5/20C n/a n/a n/a n/a
Overview
Page up or page down, or enter a value.
F4 >
Select
Display
F3
Move cursor to
select the display of slots, messages, or 1. Press [F3]—Select Display
Channel slots and messages in the list
Configuration
2. Press [F2]—Slot Display or [F3]—Message Display
or [F4]—Slot/Message
(Monitor)
see whether an entry is a Read (R) or Look at the field to the right of the S/M field for that entry
F5
Write (W) operation
view the current status of an entry Look at the Status field for that entry
See Appendix D for a list of errors that may be displayed
Map
see where the three status words Look at the Status Offset field for that entry
Monitor
associated with an entry are located in
F2 the Status File
see whether the data associated with an Look at the Data Valid field for that entry
entry is valid or invalid
For all I/O modules except 1794:
Monitor • YES indicates that the status data for the slot are valid
Status • NO indicates that the status data for the slot are not valid
F6 For all 1794 I/O modules:
• Y indicates that the status data for the slot are valid
• N indicates that the status data for the slot are not valid
• X indicates that the slot is not configured
For example, a 1794 I/O module field of YYXNNXYX indicates:
• the status data for slots 0, 1, and 6 are valid
• the status data for slots 3 and 4 are not valid
• slots 2, 5, and 7 are not configured
set the inhibit bit so that the processor 1. Move the cursor to the Inhibit field for that entry
will not attempt to establish a connection 2. Type a 1
with the module or message
3. Press [Enter]
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clear the inhibit bit so that the processor 1. Move the cursor to the Inhibit field for that entry
will attempt to establish a connection with 2. Type a 0
the module or message
3. Press [Enter]
set the reset bit so that the processor will 1. Move the cursor to the Reset field for that entry
set the output module or message's 2. Type a 1
Run/Program command to Program
mode 3. Press [Enter]
clear the reset bit so that the processor 1. Move the cursor to the Reset field for that entry
will set the output module or message's 2. Type a 0
Run/Program command to the
processor's mode 3. Press [Enter]
return to the ControlNet I/O Mapping Press [Esc]

(Monitor) screen
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Using the ControlNet I/O Action (Monitor) Screen

6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet I/O Action (Monitor)
Main Menu screen.
ControlNet – I/O Action MONITOR

Online Offline Channel 2 Configuration NODE 1
Program or Program
Node 4 1794–ACN
F1 F3
Module Type Fault Action Idle Action Fault Action
Slot From Idle

General 1 1794–IE8/A Reset Reset Idle
Utility 2 1794–OE4/A Safe Reset Idle
3 1794–IE4XOE2/A Safe Reset Idle
F7 4 1794–Digital Reset Reset Idle
Channel
Overview Press a function key.
>
F4 Rem Prog Forces:None 5/40C File CN
Map Define Edit
Monitor LclRack Actions
F2 F7 F9
Move cursor to
Channel go to the ControlNet I/O Mapping Press [Esc]or [F2]—Map Monitor
Configuration (Monitor) screen
(Monitor) define the characteristics of the local Press [F7]—Define LclRack
F5 chassis
Important: This option is not
available if you are programming
online.
Map view a module's fault action i.e., the Look at the module's field in the Fault Action column
Monitor action that it takes when it faults • Reset changes all outputs to zero
F2 • Hold Last maintains all current output values
• Safe changes all outputs to userspecified fail-safe values
view a module's idle action i.e., the Look at the module's field in the Idle Action column
action that it takes when it becomes • Reset changes all outputs to zero
Move cursor to idle
a 1794 I/O entry • Hold Last maintains all current output values
• Safe changes all outputs to userspecified failsafe values
view a module's fault action from idle Look at the module's field in the Fault Action From Idle
Monitor i.e., the action that it takes when it column
Actions faults from idle • Idle uses the idle action
F9 • Fault uses the fault action
go to the ControlNet I/O Action (Edit) Press [F9]—Edit Actions
screen
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Using the ControlNet Channel 2 Status Screen

6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet Channel 2
Main Menu Status screen.
Online Offline ControlNet

Program or Program Channel 2 Status
COUNTERS LOCKED
F1 F3 Frames media usage: A Only
transmitted good: 0 transmitted aborted: 0 channel A errors: 0
received good: 0 received aborted: 0 channel B errors: n/a
total received: 0 received bad: 0 channel warnings: none
General
Utility Network Capacity
update time overload: 0 blockage: 0
F7
Moderator Node: 1
mismatch events: 0 unheard occurrences: 0
Misc
Channel out of step events: 0 network silent: 0 noise detected: 0
commands received: 0 collisions: 0
Overview
Press a function key.
F4 >
Clear Unlock Chan 2
Counter Counter Config
F1 F2 F9
Move cursor to

Channel
Configuration clear all the ControlNet diagnostic counters Press [F1]—Clear Counter
(Monitor) toggle to lock all the counters on the screen (while they 1. Press [F2]—Lock Counter
F5
continue to run in the background); then toggle back to 2. Press [F2]—Unlock Counter
unlock the counters so that they are updated continuously
go to the ControlNet Node Information (Monitor) screen Press [F9]—Chan 2 Config
Channel 2
go to the Channel Overview screen Press [Esc]
Status
F9
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Word;
This status field: Bits:① Displays:②
COUNTERS LOCKED when the display of the counters stops changing the counters continue to run in the background;
current values are continuously updated when COUNTERS LOCKED is not displayed
media usage the media redundancy characteristic for the ControlNet channel A/B, A Only, or B Only
Frames
transmitted good 6; 1508 number of good frames transmitted

5; 0700
5; 15 08
1508
transmitted aborted 9; 0700 number of frames that could not be transmitted completely and were aborted during transmission
received good 7; 0700 number of good frames received on the active channel
7; 1508
6; 07 00
0700
received aborted 12; 0700 number of frames received that were aborted during transmission on the active channel
received bad 8; 1508 number of unusable frames received on the active channel
total received number of frames good and bad received on the active channel
channel A errors 8; 0700 number of frames received on channel A that were unusable independent of the active
channel channel selected for reception
channel B errors 9; 1508 number of frames received on channel B that were unusable independent of the active
channel channel selected for reception
channel warnings 23; 0706 any channel that is receiving a low level of unusable frames i.e., frames containing data errors
Network Capacity
update time overload 10; 0700 number of times that a NUI passes with no opportunity to transmit
blockage 11; 0700 number of times that a NUI does not contain enough room to allow the transmission of a particular
frame
moderator node 15; 1508 network address of the node that is transmitting the moderator frame always the lowest active
network address
mismatch events 16; 1508 number of times a moderator frame was received with network parameters different from those
in the receiving node
unheard occurrences 16; 0700 number of times a node can receive a frame from a lower network address but cannot receive
a moderator
Misc
out of step events 10; 1508 number of times anyy event prevents
p a frame from beingg transmitted in the NUI in which it should be
t itt d
transmitted
network silent 13; 1508 number of times a node cannot hear any network activity for three consecutive NUIs
number of times that a start of frame could not be detected
noise detected 14; 1508 number of station commands received directly from the network that bypass the node's host
commands received 17; 1508 processor
number of times that a node prevents the transmission of a frame because it would cause a
collisions 14; 0700 collision to occur
① In userspecified Diagnostics File
② All counters display only the status of the node being examined
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Using the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Active Node Identification Screen

Important: Keep the following in mind:
ControlNet WHO screens are available only when your programming

device is communicating through a 1784-KTC card, 1784-KTCx card,
or 1770-KFC interface on the ControlNet network.
When you view the WHO screens while your ControlNet system is
operating, you affect the performance of unscheduled I/O operations.
6200 The ControlNet WHO ACTIVE—Active Node Identification screen

Main Menu displays the active nodes up to the number of maximum unscheduled
nodes. Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet WHO
ACTIVE—Active Node Identification screen.
WHO
F5 +–––––––– ControlNet WHO ACTIVE – Active Node Identification ––––––––––––––––––+
| 01 5/40C CN |
| 02 1771-ACN |
| 03 5/20C |
WHO | 04 1794-ACN |
| 05 |
Active | 06 |
| 07 |
F5 | 08 |
| 09 |
| 10 |
| 11 |
| 12 |
| 13 |
| 14 |
| 15 |
+––– ESC exits ––[ WHO rate = 4 sec ]––––[ Maximum Unscheduled Nodes = 15 ]––––+
Press a function key, or page up or page down.
Net Channel A Status: Cable Good Net Channel B Status: Cable Inactive
Online Node Channel Network Save Who
Program Diags Diags Diags Config Rate
F1 F2 F5 F6 F9 F10

attach to the PLC5 processor node of the highlighted entry [F1]—Online Program
go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Active Node Status screen [F2]—Node Diags
go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Channel Status screen [F5]—Channel Diags
go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Network Status screen [F6]—Network Diags
save the current ControlNet WHO configuration as the permanent ControlNet WHO configuration [F9]—Save Config
enter a new ControlNet WHO rate [F10]—WHO Rate
go to the ControlNet WHO screen [Esc]
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This field: Displays:

Net Channel Status Line the status of channel A and channel B
• Cable Good = channel is usable
• Cable WARN = channel is experiencing problems but still usable
• Cable FAULTED = channel is not usable
• Cable Inactive = channel unused (in nonredundant network)
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Using the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Active Node Status Screen


6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE—
Main Menu Active Node Status screen.
+–– ControlNet WHO ACTIVE – Active Node Status ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––+

WHO | |
|Frames media usage: A Only|
F5 | transmitted good: 0 transmitted aborted: 0 channel A errors: 0|
| received good: 0 received aborted: 0 channel B errors: 0|
| total received: 0 received bad: 0 channel warnings: none|
| |
|Network Capacity |
WHO | update time overload: 0 blockage: 0 |
Active | |
|Moderator Node: 1 |
F5 | mismatch events: 0 unheard occurrences 0 |
| |
|Misc |
| out of step events: 0 network silent: 0 noise detected: 0|
| commands received: 0 collisions: 0 |
Node +– ESC exits –––[ WHO rate = 4 sec ]–––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––+
Diagnostics Press a function key.
F2 Remote Program PLC–5/40C Series C Revision A CNET Node 1

Clear Lock Save Who
Counter Counter Config Rate
F2 F3 F9 F10

clear all the ControlNet diagnostic counters Press [F2]—Clear Counter
toggle to lock all the counters on the screen 1. Press [F3]—Lock Counter
(while they continue to run in the background);
then toggle back to unlock the counters so that 2. Press [F3]—Unlock Counter
they are updated continuously
save the current ControlNet WHO configuration Press [F9]—Save Config
as the permanent ControlNet WHO configuration
enter a new ControlNet WHO rate Press [F10]—WHO Rate
go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Press [Esc]
Active Node Identification screen
For descriptions of the status fields on the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE—

Active Node Status screen, see page 5-13.
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Using the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Channel Status Screen


6200 Follow the steps on the left to go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE—
Main Menu Channel Status screen.
+–– ControlNet WHO ACTIVE – Channel Status ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––+

WHO | Node Active Channel A Channel B Bad frame received from node number |
| Channel Status Status most recent to least recent |
F5 |––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––|
| 01 A Good Inactive |
WHO | 05 |
Active | 06 |
| 07 |
F5 | 08 |
| 09 |
| 10 |
| 11 |
| 12 |
Channel +––– ESC exits ––[ WHO rate = 4 sec ]––––[ Maximum Unscheduled Nodes = 12 ]––––+
Diagnostics
Press a function key, or page up or page down.
F5
Net Channel A Status: Cable Good Net Channel B Status: Cable Inactive
Network Save Who
Diags Config Rate
F6 F9 F10

go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Network Status screen [F6]—Network Diags
save the current ControlNet WHO configuration as the permanent ControlNet WHO configuration [F9]—Save Config
enter a new ControlNet WHO update rate [F10]—WHO Rate
go to the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Active Node Identification screen [Esc]
This field: Displays:

Node a device's network address
Active Channel the channel that the node is using
Channel A Status the status of the channel A for the specified node
• Good = channel A is receiving no unusable frames
• WARN = channel A is receiving a low level of unusable frames
• FAULTED = channel A is receiving a high level of unusable frames; it is not usable
• Inactive = channel A is not currently active
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Processor Specifications
Heat Dissipation 54 BTU/hr

Operating Temperature: 0 to 60° C (32140° F)
Environmental Conditions Storage Temperature: 40 to 85° C (40 to 185° F)
Relative Humidity: 5 to 95% (without condensation)
Vibration Testing (operating and nonoperating):
1 g @ 10 to 500 Hz
0.012 inches peaktopeak displacement
Shock and Vibration
Shock:
Operating . . . . . . 30 g peak acceleration for 11±1 ms duration
Nonoperating . . . . 50 g peak acceleration for 11±1 ms duration
Maximum Variations at 60° C: ± 5 min per month

TimeofDay
Time of Day Clock/Calendar Typical Variations at 20° C: ± 20 s per month
Timing Accuracy: 1 program scan
Battery 1770XYC
• 1785ME16
• 1785ME32
Memory Modules
• 1785ME64
• 1785M100
Bulletin 1771 I/O, 1794 I/O, 1746 I/O, and 1791 I/O
I/O Modules
including 8, 16, 32pt, and intelligent modules
2slot
• Any mix of 88pt
pt modules
• 16pt modules must be I/O pairs
• No 32pt modules
Hardware Addressing
1slot
• Anyy mix of 8 or 16pt
p modules
• 32pt
32 modules
d l must be b I/O pairs
i
1/2slot Any mix of 8,16, or 32pt modules
• Serial
• DH+
Communication • DH using 1785KA
• Remote I/O
• ControlNet
Location 1771A1B, A2B, A3B, A3B1, A4B, AM1, AM2 chassis; leftmost slot
Weight PLC5/40C: 3 lbs, 2 oz (1.42 kg)

PLC5/20C: 3 lbs, 3 oz (1.45 kg)
• Between 40 and 42
Keying
• Between 54 and 56
Agency Certification • CSA Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D
(When product is marked) • UL listed
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Processor Specifications
PLC5/20C PLC5/40C
Maximum User Memory Words 16K 48K①
Any Mix 512 2048
Maximum Total I/O
Complimentary 512 in and 512 out 2048 in and 2048 out
0.5 ms per K word (bit logic)
Program Scan Time
2 ms per K word (typical)
Maximum Nondiscrete I/O DataTransfer DataTable Size 1000 words in and 1000 words out
Transmission Rate 5M bit/s
Network Update Time (NUT) 2100 ms (user selectable)
Number of ControlNet Ports 1
Number of Redundant Media ControlNet Ports 1
Maximum Number of Nodes per Link without a Repeater 48 with 250 m (approx. 820 ft) cable length
ControlNet I/O② Maximum Number of Nodes per Link with Repeaters 107
1,000 m (approximately 3,280 ft) with 2 nodes
Maximum Link Cable Length without a Repeater 500 m (approximately 1,640 ft) with 32 nodes
250 m (approximately 820 ft) with 48 nodes
6,000 m (approximately 19,680 ft) with 2 nodes
Maximum Link Cable Length with Repeaters
3,000 m (approximately 9,840 ft) typical
Maximum Number of Repeaters in Series per Link 5
Maximum Number of Segments in Series per Link 6
57.6K bit/s
Transmission Rate 115.2K bit/s
230.4K bit/s
10 ms per rack @ 57.6K bit/s
I/O Scan Time (Typical) 7 ms per rack @ 115.2K bit/s
NonControlNet 3 ms per rack @ 230K bit/s
Remote I/O Maximum Number of Remote I/O Racks 4 16
Maximum Number of Remote I/O Devices 12 60
Number of Ports Configurable for DH+ or Remote I/O
1 2
(Adapter or Scanner)
Number of Dedicated DH+ Ports 1 0
Number of Serial Ports 1
Number of Coprocessor Ports 1
Maximum Number of MCPs 16
Backplane Current Maximum 3.0 A

Load Typical 2.7 A
① The PLC5/40C processor has a limit of 32K words per datatable file.
② See the ControlNet Cable System Planning and Installation Manual, publication 17866.2.1, for more information.
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Processor Status File
Processor status data is stored in data-file 2.
S:0S:2 This word of Stores:

the status file:
S:0 Arithmetic flags
• bit 0 = carry
• bit 1 = overflow
• bit 2 = zero
• bit 3 = sign
S:1 Processor status and flags
Bit Description
0 RAM checksum is invalid at powerup
1 processor in Run mode
2 processor in Test mode
3 processor in Program mode
4 processor burning EEPROM
5 enabled download operation
6 enabled test edit mode
7 mode select switch in Remote position
8 forces enabled
9 forces present
10 processor successfully burned EEPROM
11 performing online programming
12 processor in Debug mode
13 user program checksum done
14 last scan of ladder or SFC step
15 processor started fist program scan or the first scan of the next step
in an SFC
S:2 Switch setting information

• bits 0-7 DH+ station number
• bit 1112 are set based on the I/O chassis backplane switches
bit 12 bit 11 = I/O chassis addressing
0 0 illegal
1 0 1/2slot
0 1 1slot
1 1 2slot
• bit 13: 1 = load from EEPROM
• bit 14: 1 = RAM backup not configured
• bit 15: 1 = memory unprotected
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This word of Stores:

S:310 the status file:
S:3 to S:6 Active Node table for channel 1A
Word Bits DH+ Station #
3 015 0017
4 015 2037
5 015 4057
6 015 6077
S:7 Global status bits:
• low 8 bits rack fault bits for racks 07
• high 8 bits rack queuefull bits for racks 07
S:8 Last program scan (in ms)
S:9 Maximum program scan (in ms)
S:10 Minor fault (word 1)
Bit Description
0 battery is missing or low (replace in 12 days)
1 DH+ table has changed (active node table)
2 STI delay too short, interrupt program overlap
3 EEPROM memory transfer at powerup
4 edits prevent SFC continuing
5 invalid I/O status file
6 memory-cartridge battery low
7 no more command blocks exist
8 not enough memory on the memory module to upload the
program from the processor
9 no MCP is configured to Run
10 MCP not allowed
11 PII word number not in local rack
12 PII overlap
13 no command blocks exist to get PII
14 arithmetic overflow
15 SFC action overlap
B-2
Appendix B

S:11S:12 the status file:
S:11 Major fault
Bit Description
0 corrupted program file (codes 1019)
1 corrupted address in ladder file (codes 1029)
2 programming error (codes 3049)
3 SFC fault (codes 7179)
4 error while assembling program (code 70)
5 startup protection fault
6 peripheral device fault
7 jumped to fault routine (codes 09)
8 watchdog faulted
9 system configured wrong (codes 8089)
10 recoverable hardware error
11 MCP does not exist or is not ladder or SFC file
12 PII does not exist or is not ladder
13 STI does not exist or is not ladder
14 fault routine does not exist or is not ladder
15 fault routine file is not a ladder file
S:12 Fault codes
Code Description
09 userdefined
10 failed data table check
11 bad user program checksum
12 bad integer operand type
13 bad mixed mode operand type
14 not enough operands for instruction
15 too many operands for instruction
16 bad instruction found
17 no expression end
18 missing end of edit zone
19 download aborted
20 indirect address out of range (high)
21 indirect address out of range (low)
22 attempt to access undefined file
23 file number less than 0 or greater than number of defined files; or,
indirect reference to file 0, 1, 2; or bad file number
24 indirect reference to wrong file type
30 subroutine jump nesting level exceeded
31 too few subroutine parameters
32 jump to nonladder file
33 CAR routine not 68000 code
34 bad timer parameters entered
35 bad PID delta time entered
36 PID setpoint out of range
37 invalid I/O specified in an immediate I/O instruction
38 invalid use of return instruction
39 FOR loop missing NXT
40 control file too small
41 NXT instruction with no FOR
42 jump target does not exist
43 file is not an SFC
44 error using SFR
45 invalid channel number entered
46 IDI or IDO instruction length operand too long ( > 64 words)
4769 reserved
B-3
Appendix B

S:12 Fault codes
(continued) Code Description
70 duplicate labels
71 SFC subchart is already executing
72 tried to stop an SFC that is not running
73 maximum number of SFC subcharts exceeded
74 SFC file error
75 SFC contains too many active steps
77 SFC references a step, transition, subchart, or SC file that is
missing, empty, or too small
78 SFC could not continue after power loss
79 error in downloading an SFC to a processor that cannot run SFCs
or this specific PLC processor does not support this enhanced
SFC
80 I/O configuration error
81 illegal setting of I/O chassis backplane switch
82 illegal cartridge type
83 user watchdog fault
84 error in userconfigured adapter mode block transfers
85 bad cartridge
86 cartridge incompatible with host
87 rack overlap (includes any adapter channel)
88 scanner channels are overloading the remote I/O buffer; too much
data for the processor to process
90 coprocessor extensive memory test failed
91 coprocessor undefined message type
92 coprocessor illegal pool index
93 coprocessor illegal maximum pool size
94 coprocessor illegal ASCII message
95 coprocessor reported fault
96 coprocessor present signal lost
97 coprocessor illegal minimum pool size
98 coprocessor first/last 16 bytes RAM test failed
99 coprocessor to processor data transfer faulted
100 processor to coprocessor transfer failed
101 coprocessor end of scan transfer failed
102 file number specified for raw data transfer through the coprocessor
is an illegal value
103 element number specified for raw data transfer through the
coprocessor is an illegal value
104 size of the transfer requested through the coprocessor is an
illegal size
105 offset into the raw transfer segment of the coprocessor is an
illegal value
106 coprocessor transfer protection violation
200 ControlNet output transfer missed
201 ControlNet input data missed
202 ControlNet diagnostic data missed
203 ControlNet scheduled transmit data overflow
204 ControlNet configuration too complex for the PLC5 processor
S:13 Program file where fault occurred
S:14 Rung number where fault occurred
S:15 VME status file
S:16 I/O Status File
B-4
Appendix B

S:17 Minor fault (word 2)
Bit Description
0 BT queue full to remote I/O
1 queue full channel 1A
2 queue full channel 1B
3 queue full channel 2A
4 queue full channel 2B
5 no modem on serial port
6 remote I/O rack in local rack table; or, remote I/O rack is greater
than the image size
7 plug firmware revision does not match processor firmware revision
8 ASCII instruction error
9 duplicate network address
10 DF1 master poll list error
11 protectedprocessor datatable element violation
12 protectedprocessor file violation
13 using all 32 ControlNet MSGs
14 using all 32 ControlNet 1771 READ and/or 1771 WRITE CIOs
15 using all 8 ControlNet Flex I/O CIOs
S:18 Processor clock year
S:19 Processor clock month
S:20 Processor clock day
S:21 Processor clock hour
S:22 Processor clock minute
S:23 Processor clock second
S:24 Indexed addressing offset
S:26 User control bits
Bit Description
0 Restart/continuous SFC: when reset, processor restarts at first
step in SFC.
When set, processor continues with active step after power loss
or change to Run
1 Startup protection after power loss: when reset, no protection.
When set, processor executes fault routine at powerup
(sets word 11, bit 5).
2 Define the address of the local rack: when reset, local rack
address is 0. When set, local rack address is 1.
3 Set complementary I/O: when reset, complementary I/O is not
enabled. When set, complementary I/O is enabled.
4 Local block transfer compatibility bit: when reset, normal
operation. When set, eliminates frequent checksum errors to
certain BT modules.
5 When set (1), delay adapter channel response by 1 s for
compatibility with PLC3 scanners. When reset (0), operate in
normal response time.
S:27 Rack control bits:
• low 8 bits I/O rack inhibit bits for racks 07
• high 8 bits I/O rack reset bits for racks 07
B-5
Appendix B

S:28 Program watchdog setpoint
S:29 Fault routine file
S:30 STI setpoint
S:31 STI file number
• low 8 bits rack fault bits for racks 1017 (octal)
• low 8 bits rack fault bits for racks 2027 (octal)
S:46 PII program file number
S:47 PII module group
S:48 PII bit mask
S:49 PII compare value
S:50 PII down count
S:51 PII changed bit
S:52 PII events since last interrupt
S:53 STI scan time (in ms)
S:54 STI maximum scan time (in ms)
S:55 PII last scan time (in ms)
S:56 PII maximum scan time (in ms)
S:57 User program checksum
S:59 Extendedlocal I/O channel discrete transfer scan (in ms)
S:60 Extendedlocal I/O channel discrete maximum scan (in ms)
S:61 Extendedlocal I/O channel blocktransfer scan (in ms)
B-6
Appendix B

S:62 ExtendedI/O channel maximum blocktransfer scan (in ms)
S:63 Protectedprocessor datatable protectionfile number
S:64 Number of remote blocktransfer command blocks being used by channelpair
1A/1B
S:76 Number of slots in processorresident local rack
0 Illegal
1 4 slots
2 12 slots
3 8 slots
4 16 slots
S:77 Communication time slice for communication housekeeping functions (in ms)
S:78 MCP I/O update disable bits
Bit 0 for MCP A
Bit 1 for MCP B
etc.
S:79 MCP inhibit bits
Bit 0 for MCP A
Bit 1 for MCP B
etc.
S:80S:127 MCP file number
MCP scan time (in ms)
MCP max scan time (in ms)
The above sequence applies to each MCP; therefore, each MCP has 3 status
words.
For example, word 80: file number for MCP A
word 81: scan time for MCP A
word 82: maximum scan time for MCP A
word 83: file number for MCP B
word 84: scan time for MCP B
etc.
B-7
C
Appendix
ControlNet Instruction Set
ControlNet I/O Transfer Instruction
Instruction Description
CIO ControlNet I/O Transfer If the input conditions go from false to true, the data is
CNET I/O TRANSFER CT transferred according to the instruction parameters you set
when you enter the ControlNet I/O transfer instruction.
Control block CT21:50 The Control Block (CT21:50) contains status and instruction
parameters.
Status Bits ( g ) control blocks on the

You cannot use N (integer)
TO TimeOut Bit C
ControlNet
lN network.k
EW EnabledWaiting Bit
CO Continuous Bit For continuous CIOs, condition the rung to be true for only
one scan.
ER Error Bit
DN Done Bit
ST Start Bit
EN Enable Bit
Message Instructions on a ControlNet Network
MSG Message If the input conditions go from false to true, the data is
SEND/RECEIVE MESSAGE MSG transferred according to the instruction parameters you set
when you enter the message instruction. The Control Block
Control block MG10:10
(MG10:10) contains status and instruction parameters.
Status Bits You cannot use N (integer) control blocks on the ControlNet
TO Time Out Bit
TO TimeOut network
network.
EW EnabledWaiting Bit
CO Continuous Bit For continuous MSGs, condition the rung to be true for only
ER Error Bit one scan.
DN Done Bit
ST Start Bit
EN Enable Bit
C-1
Appendix C
ControlNet Instruction Set
Immediate Data I/O Instructions
IDI Immediate Data If the input conditions are true, an immediate data input is initiated that
Input updates the destination file from the private buffers before the next normal
IMMEDIATE DATA INPUT IDI inputimage update. The Data file offset (232) is where the data is stored.
Data file offset 232 The Length (10) identifies the number of words in the transfer it can be an
immediate value ranging from 1 to 64 or a logical address that specifies the
Length 10 number of words to be transferred. The Destination (N11:232) is the
destination of the words to be transferred. The Destination should be the
Destination N11:232 matching datatable address in the DIF except when you use the instruction
to ensure datablock integrity in the case of Selectable Timed Interrupts
(STIs). See page 47.
IDO Immediate Data If the input conditions are true, an immediate data output is initiated that
Output updates the private memory output buffers from the source file before the
IMMEDIATE DATA OUTPUT IDO next normal outputimage update. The Data file offset (175) is the offset
Data file offset 175 into the buffer where the data is stored. The Length (24) identifies the
number of words in the transfer it can be an immediate value ranging from
Length 24 1 to 64 or a logical address that specifies the number of words to be
transferred. The Source (N12:175) is the source of the words to be
Source N12:175 transferred. The Source should be the matching datatable address in the
DOF except when you use the instruction to ensure datablock integrity in
the case of Selectable Timed Interrupts (STIs). See page 47.
For detailed information on the instruction set for programming PLC-5

More processors, see the Enhanced and Ethernet PLC-5 Programmable
Controllers User Manual, publication 1785-6.5.12, and the PLC-5
Programming Software Instruction Set Reference, publication 6200-6.4.11.
C-2
D
Appendix
ControlNet I/O MapEntry Status Words

and Error Messages
I/O MapEntry Status Words The ControlNet status file is an integer data-table file that you specify and
configure with the I/O map for scheduled-I/O usage. It containing status
information about all of the ControlNet network’s scheduled I/O
connections. Each I/O map-table entry has a status-file offset field
pointing to three status words associated with the connection.
First Word
15 14 13
0 12 11 10 09
0 08 07 06
0 05 04 03
0 02 01 00
0
Data Invalid Reset

Reserved Connection Error Reserved Inhibit
Second and Third Words
15 14 13
0 12 11 10 09
0 08 07 06
0 05 04 03
0 02 01 00
0
Error Messages
15 14 13
0 12 11 10 09
0 08 07 06
0 05 04 03
0 02 01 00
0
If these status words are for a 1794 Flex I/O If these status words are for a Peer In
module and there is no connection error, or a Peer Out and there is no connection
any 1's set in bits 00 through 07 of the third error, a 1 set in bit 00 of the third word
word indicate errors in the corresponding indicates that the other (peer) processor
slots (numbered 0 through 7) is in Run mode
D-1
Appendix D
and Error Messages
Error Messages The following is a list of ControlNet error codes, messages, possible
causes, and possible corrective actions:
Decimal Hex.
Code Code Error Message Explanation / Possible Cause(s) Possible Corrective Action(s)
Various Various CONFIGURATION DATA CORRUPTED More than one configured and/or Re-configure map entryoverlapping
programmed data transfer is trying maptable locations
to use the same location in the data or
table Re-enter overlapping ladder instructions
2 0x0002 SCHED BANDWIDTH NOT AVAILABLE There are too many words Reduce the number of words scheduled
scheduled for transmission for transmission
The network update time (NUT) is Increase the network update time (NUT)
too small
The target node is not configured Correctly configure the target node as an
active node on the ControlNet network and
save your ControlNet configuration
18 0x0012 TARGET NODE NOT RESPONDING The ControlNet cable to the target Fix and/or reconnect the ControlNet cable to
node is broken and/or disconnected the target node
No power is being received by the Supply power to the target node
target node
The target node is offline Correctly configure the target node as an
20 0x0014 DEST SLOT/MSG NOT PRESENT The slot number that you entered Correct the maptable entry
for an adapter is not in the valid
range
The number that you entered for
an peertopeer message is not
in the valid range
The peertopeer message map Clear the inhibit bit in the maptable entry of
table entry in the target node is the target node
inhibited
256 0x0100 CONNECTION IN USE The connection that the originating No action required connection can be
node is trying to use is already in reestablished after the target node times
use out the old connection
260 0x0104 NODE TYPE MISMATCH You entered a node type in the map Correct the maptable entry
table that does not match the target or
node Replace the target node with the node type
entered in the map table
262 0x0106 CONNECTION USED BY OTHER NODE The originating node attempted to Delete or inhibit any other node's connection
open a connection that is already so that the preferred node can open the
being used by another node connection
263 0x0107 CONNECTION ALREADY CLOSED The connection that the originating No action required
node is trying to close is already
closed
265 0x0109 INVALID CONNECTION SIZE The originating node attempted Reduce the size that is entered in the map
to open a connection with a larger table
size than the target node can or
support Use a rack with a greater number of slots
or
Use a rack with higher density
272 0x0110 NODE NOT CONFIGURED The target node is offline Correctly configure the target node as an
The target node is not configured save your ControlNet configuration
D-2
Appendix D
and Error Messages
Decimal Hex.
273 0x0111 EXP NET PCKT TIME INVALID The target node cannot produce the Increase the expected net packet time
data at or faster than the expected entered in the map table
net packet time entered in the map
table
511 0x01FF INVALID WHEN NODE IS IDLE The ControlNet cable to the target Fix and/or reconnect the ControlNet cable to
The originating node attempted to open a No power is being received by the Supply power to the target node
datatransfer connection before a node target node
connection
ti was openedd
The target adapter is in Processor Press the reset button on the target adapter
Restart Lockout
513 0x0201 CONNECTION ALREADY CLOSED The connection that the originating No action required
node is trying to close has not been
opened by the target node
515 0x0203 CONNECTION TIMED OUT The ControlNet cable to the target Fix and/or reconnect the ControlNet cable to
node has become broken and/or the target node
disconnected
Power is no longer being received Supply power to the target node
by the target node
65281 0xFF01 CONNECTION REJECTED The ControlNet cable to the target Fix and/or reconnect the ControlNet cable to
target node
65294 0xFF0E ATTRIBUTE CANNOT BE SET Your program attempted to set an Change your program so that it does not
attribute that cannot be set for attempt to set the attribute
a specific module e.g., a CIO
instruction tried to send safestate Insert a module that can have this attribute
data to a flex module that does not set
support safestate data
65299 0xFF13 NOT ENOUGH DATA The transfer length is zero Increase the length of the transfer
The processor data table is too Increase the size of the data table to
small accommodate the transfer length
65301 0xFF15 TOO MUCH DATA The transfer length is too large Decrease the length of the transfer
65522 0xFFF2 CONFIG FROM MAP ENTRY FAILED The ControlNet cable to the target Fix and/or reconnect the ControlNet cable to
target node
The node or slot contains the wrong Insert the proper module in the correct slot of
module type the target node
An incorrect module type was Enter the correct module type in the map
entered in the map table table entry
65523 0xFFF3 CONTROLNET TRANSFER QUEUE FULL The immediate CIO transfer could Keep the number of active 1771 READ
not be executed because the queue and/or 1771 WRITE CIOs at or under the
is full maximum of 32
D-3
Appendix D
and Error Messages
Decimal Hex.
65527 0xFFF7 MODULE TIMED OUT The node or slot contains the wrong Insert the proper module in the correct slot of
65529 0xFFF9 COMM ERROR CAUSED LOSS OF DATA A communication error between the Make sure that the proper module is properly
module
odu e aandd adap
adapter dataa too seated in the correct slot of the target node
e caused da
be lost Make sure that the correct module type is
entered in the maptable entry
65530 0xFFFA MODULE DECLARED INVALID LENGTH The node or slot contains the wrong Insert the proper module in the correct slot of
65531 0xFFFB READ DATA INVALID The node or slot contains the wrong Insert the proper module in the correct slot of
65532 0xFFFC WRITE DATA INVALID The node or slot contains the wrong Insert the proper module in the correct slot of
An incorrect module type was Enter the correct module type in the
entered in the map table maptable entry
65533 0xFFFD DATA TABLE TOO SMALL The processor data table is too Increase the size of the data table to
small accommodate the transfer length
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Index
Numbers 1784KL, 119

1770CD, 114, 119 1784KL/B, 119
1770KFC Communication Interface, 213 1784KTC Communication Card, 213
1770KFC Communication Interface, 117 1784CP, 116, 119
1771 Generic, 211 1784CP11, 116
1771 NSeries Analog Modules, 211 1784CP13, 116, 119
1771AF, 113 1784CP5, 119
1771AS, 113 1784CP6, 116, 119
1771DCM, 113 1784CP7, 116, 119
1771IE, IF, and IFE Analog Input Modules, 1784KT, KT2, 116, 119
211 1784KTC Communication Card, 117
1771IL Isolated Analog Input Modules, 1784KTCx Communication Card, 117,
211 213
1771IR RTD Input Modules, 211 1784KTK1, 119
1771IS Multiplexer Input Modules, 211 1784KTx, 116, 119
1771OF Analog Output Modules, 211 1784KTxD, 116, 119
1771OFE1, OFE2, and OFE3 Analog 1784PCM5, 116, 119
Output Modules, 211 1784PCM6, 116, 119
1771SN, 113 1784PCMK, 116, 119
1771ACN and ACNR ControlNet I/O 1786CP, 117
Adapters, 213
1786BNC BNC Connector, 120
1771ASB, 113
1786BNCJ BNC Connector, 120
1771CFM Configurable Flowmeter
Modules, 211, 212 1786BNCJI BNC Connector, 120
1771DE/A Absolute Encoder Modules, 1786BNCP BNC Connector, 120
211 1786CP ControlNet Network Access
1771IJ and IK Encoder/Counter Modules, Cable, 120
211 1786CTK ControlNet Tool Kit, 120
1771IXE Thermocouple/Millivolt Input 1786RG6 Quad Shield Cable, 120
Modules, 211
1786RPT Repeater, 120
1771IXHR Highresolution
1786RPTD Repeater, 120
Thermocouple/Millivolt Input Modules,
211 1786TPR Tap, 115, 120
1771QA Stepper Positioning Modules, 1786TPS Tap, 115, 120
211 1786TPVR Tap, 120
1771QB Linear Positioning Modules, 211 1786TPVS Tap, 120
1771QC Servo Positioning Modules, 211 1786TPYR Tap, 115
1771VHSC Very Highspeed Counter 1786TPYS Tap, 115
Modules, 211
1786XT BNC Terminator, 120
1772SD, SD2, 113
1794 flex I/O datatransfer mapping, 212
1775S4A, S4B, 113 features, 212
1775SR, 113 number of maptable entries required,
1784CP10, 116 212
1784CP8, 116, 119
I–2 Index
1794ACN ControlNet Flex I/O Adapter, Misc

213 collisions, 513
1794IE4XOE2/A Analog I/O Modules, commands received, 513
212 network silent, 513
noise detected, 513
1794IE8/A Analog Input Modules, 212
out of step events, 513
1794OE4/A Analog Output Modules, 212 Network Capacity
6008SQH1, SQH2, 113 blockage, 513
mismatch events, 513
moderator node, 513
A unheard occurrences, 513
update time overload, 513
automatic I/O mapping, 27
CIOs. See ControlNet I/O Transfer
avoiding electrostatic damage, 13 instructions
clock, processor, A1
B communication, specifications, A1
battery, specifications, A1 communication ports, location of
on PLC5/20C, 14
battery compartment, 14, 15
on PLC5/40C, 15
location of
on PLC5/20C, 14 configuring your ControlNet system, where
on PLC5/40C, 15 to go, 31
battery life, 19 connecting a programming terminal, 116
battery status indicator, 14, 15 connecting to a ControlNet network, 115
connection, definition of, ii
ControlNet cabling, 119
C
ControlNet I/O
cables, remote I/O, 112 error messages, D2
cabling, 119 features, 21
files configured with map
certification, A1
Data Input File (DIF), 29, 210
Channel 0, 14, 15 Data Output File (DOF), 29, 210
Channel 0 communication ACTIVE/FAULT Default Configuration File, 29
status indicator, 14, 15 I/O Status File, 29
channel 1 status indicators, 15 I/O forcing, 25
immediate datatransfer operations, 25
Channel 1A, 14, 15, 215 map table
Channel 1B, 14, 15, 215 creating, 27
Channel 2, 14, 15 entries, 27
maptable entry
Channel 2 ControlNet status indicators,
configuration file, 210
14, 15
module/message type, 29
Channel 2 Status screen, fields mapping scheduled data transfers, 27
COUNTERS LOCKED, 513 maptable entry fields
Frames Expected Network Packet Time
channel A errors, 513 (ENPT), 29
channel B errors, 513 Input File and Size, 210
channel warnings, 513 Module/Message Type, 29
received aborted, 513 Node, 29
received bad, 513 Output File and Size, 210
received good, 513 Slot/Message, 29
total received, 513 Status File Offset, 210
transmitted aborted, 513 scheduled datatransfer operations, 21
transmitted good, 513 descriptions of, 22
media usage, 513
Index I–3
scheduled discrete I/O data transfer, 21 ControlNet immediate data I/O instructions,
scheduled operations process, 26
discrete I/O data transfer, 22 ControlNet Immediate Data Input (IDI)
nondiscrete I/O data transfer, 22 instruction, 26
peertopeer communication, 22
ControlNet Immediate Data Output (IDO)
understanding, 21
instruction, 26
unscheduled datatransfer operations,
23 ControlNet network
unscheduled nondiscrete I/O data definition of, ii
transfer, 23 locating additional information, iv
unscheduled operations ControlNet Network Access Port (NAP),
ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO) 14, 15
instruction, description, C1
ControlNet PLC5/20C processor,
ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO) identifying components of, 14
instructions
description, 24 ControlNet PLC5/40C processor,
features, 24 identifying components of, 15
I/O transfer instructions, programming, ControlNet processor
44 configuring your ControlNet system, 31
immediate data I/O instructions, fault codes, B4
programming, 46 installing, 11
ladderrung messages, 23 planning to use, 21
messaging from programming devices, programming your system, 41
23
ControlNet system
nondiscrete I/O data transfer,
description, 24 cabling, 119
nondiscrete I/O data transfers configuring, 31
description, C1 automatically adding nodes to the
node list, 35
features, 24, C1
automatically mapping modules and
peertopeer messaging instructions,
messages that are not mapped,
programming, 42, C1
38
peertopeer messaging, 23
changing a 1794 I/O module's fault
description, 24 action, 24, 310, 44
features, 24 changing a 1794 I/O module's fault
ControlNet I/O automatic mapping, 27 action from idle, 311
ControlNet I/O mapping changing a 1794 I/O module's idle
automatic, 27 action, 24, 311, 44
reserving rack space for remoteI/O changing a 1794 system's fault action,
linked racks before mapping, 27 310
understanding, 27 changing a 1794 system's fault action
discrete I/O datatransfer mapping, from idle, 310
210 changing a 1794 system's idle action,
mapping data transfers, 29 310
nondiscrete I/O datatransfer changing a module or message's type,
mapping, 210 37
modules that may be changing a node's series or revision,
accommodated, 212 35
changing a node's status, 35
ControlNet I/O status indicator, 14, 15 changing a node's type, 35
ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO) instructions, changing the Expected Network
23, 24, C1 Packet Time (ENPT) for a module
ControlNet immediate data I/O or message, 37
instructions clearing information about a module or
Immediate Data Input (IDI), 26, C2 message, 38
Immediate Data Output (IDO), 26, clearing information about all modules
and messages, 38
C2
process, C2
I–4 Index
copying node information to a new specifying the Network Update Time

address, 35 (NUT), 34, 37
defining local rack characteristics, 33 specifying the number of coax
deleting a module or message, 39 repeaters, 34
deleting a node from the node list, specifying the redundancy
35 characteristic of the ControlNet
deleting all modules and messages, media, 35
39 viewing the maximum percent of
deleting all nodes from the node list, scheduled bandwidth, 35
35 viewing the number of scheduled I/O
editing 1794 I/O module action, 310 maptable entries indicating data
editing ControlNet I/O mapping, 36 transfers to and from the
editing node information, 34 processor, 37
editing the ControlNet viewing the percent of scheduled
nodeinformation configuration, bandwidth used in the worst case,
34 37
entering the length of cable between viewing the percentage of the Data
repeaters, 34 Input File (DIF) being used, 37
entering the number of coax repeaters, viewing the percentage of the Data
34 Output File (DOF) being used,
entering the number of fiberoptic 37
repeaters, 34 configuring nodes, 27, 214
inserting an entry at an unused slot or locating additional information, iii
message address, 39 monitoring, 51
inserting nodes into the node list, 35 viewing a 1794 system's fault action,
manually entering the amount of 511
information received from a viewing a 1794 system's fault action
module or message, 37 from idle, 511
manually entering the amount of viewing a 1794 system's idle action,
information sent to a module or in 511
a message, 37 network maintenance, 23
manually entering the amount of network update cycle, what happens in,
information to be stored in the I/O 23
configuration file for a module, scheduled operations, 23
38 selecting devices to connect, 213
manually entering the destination file setting the switches, 111
for information received from a troubleshooting, 51
module or message, 37 unscheduled operations, 23
manually entering the file for storing using ControlNet PLC5 processors in,
the I/O configuration needed for a 213
module, 38
ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Network Status
manually entering the source file for
screen, fields
information sent from a module or
Bad Frames Received, 519
in a message, 37
Errors / 100,000 Frames Chan A, 519
matching the processor and ControlNet
configurations, 32 Errors / 100,000 Frames Chan B, 519
moving a node description to a new Good Frames Received, 519
address, 35 Node, 519
specifying the Data Input File (DIF), Total Errors Chan A, 519
36 Total Errors Chan B, 519
specifying the Data Output File (DOF),
36
specifying the Default Configuration D
File, 36 Data Input File
specifying the Diagnostics File, 34 description, 29, 210
specifying the I/O Status File, 36 specifying, 36
specifying the maximum scheduled
node address, 35
Index I–5
Data Output File I/O status, 29

description, 29, 210 input, 210
specifying, 36 input image, 21, 29, 210
Default Configuration File output, 210
description, 29 output image, 21, 210
specifying, 36 processor status, B1
defining local rack characteristics, 33 force status indicator, 14, 15
DH+, trunkcable/dropcable connection, frame, definition of, ii
114 front panel
DH+ programmingterminal connection PLC5/20C processor, 14
(PTC), 14, 15 PLC5/40C processor, 15
Diagnostics File, 513
DIF. See Data Input File H
discrete I/O data transfer handling the processor, 13
definition of, ii
description, 22 heat dissipation, specifications, A1
discrete I/O data transfers, number of
maptable entries required, 29 I
discrete I/O datatransfer mapping, 210
I/O, ControlNet, 21
disposing of the processor battery, 19 automatic mapping, 27
DOF. See Data Output File automatically mapping modules and
drop cable, definition of, ii messages that are not mapped,
38
changing a module or message's type,
E 37
changing the Expected Network Packet
ENPT. See Expected Network Packet Time Time (ENPT) for a module or
environment, specifications, A1 message, 37
clearing information about a module or
error codes, D2 message, 38
Expected Network Packet Time clearing information about all modules
1771 nondiscrete I/O datatransfer and messages, 38
mapping deleting a module or message, 39
default, 211, 212 deleting all modules and messages, 39
range, 211 discrete I/O datatransfer mapping, 210
1794 flex I/O datatransfer mapping editing 1794 I/O module action, 310
default, 212 editing mapping, 36
range, 212 files configured with map
description, 29 Data Input File (DIF), 29, 210
Data Output File (DOF), 29, 210
Default Configuration File, 29
F I/O Status File, 29
I/O forcing, 25
fault codes, B4
immediate data transfer, 25
files inserting an I/O entry into the node list,
configuration, 210 39
configured with I/O map for scheduled manually entering the amount of
I/O usage, 29 information received from a module
Data Input, 29, 210, 36 or message, 37
Data Output, 29, 210, 36 manually entering the amount of
Default Configuration, 29, 36 information sent to a module or in a
Diagnostics, 34, 513 message, 37
I/O Status, 29, 210, 216, 36,
D1
I–6 Index
manually entering the amount of unscheduled data transfer, 23

information to be stored in the I/O unscheduled nondiscrete I/O data
configuration file for a module, 38 transfer, 23
manually entering the destination file for unscheduled operations
information received from a module messaging from programming devices,
or message, 37 23
manually entering the file for storing the nondiscrete I/O data transfer, 23
I/O configuration needed for a peertopeer messaging, 23
module, 38 viewing the number of scheduled I/O
manually entering the source file for maptable entries indicating data
information sent to a module or in a transfers to and from the processor,
message, 37 37
map table viewing the percentage of the Data Input
creating, 27 File (DIF) being used, 37
entries, 27 viewing the percentage of the Data
maximum number of entries, 29 Output File (DOF) being used, 37
maptable entry I/O addressing, A1
configuration file, 210
module/message type, 29 I/O forcing, 25
mapping, 27 I/O map table, definition of, ii
mapping data transfers, 29 I/O mapentry status words, D1
maptable entry fields
Expected Network Packet Time I/O modules, specifications, A1
(ENPT), 29 I/O Status File, specifying, 36
Input File and Size, 210 I/O status indicator, 53
Module/Message Type, 29
IDI. See ControlNet Immediate Data Input
Node, 29
instruction
Output File and Size, 210
Slot/Message, 29 IDO. See ControlNet Immediate Data
Status File Offset, 210 Output instruction
nondiscrete I/O datatransfer mapping, IIN. See Immediate Input instruction
210
Immediate Data Input (IDI) instruction, C2
modules that may be accommodated,
212 Immediate Data Output (IDO) instruction,
reserving rack space for remoteI/O C2
linked racks before mapping, 27 immediate datatransfer operations, 25
scheduled data transfer, 21
immediate I/O, process, 26
scheduled discrete I/O data transfer, 21
scheduled operations Immediate I/O instructions, 26
discrete I/O data transfer, 22 Immediate Input (IIN) instruction, 26
nondiscrete I/O data transfer, 22 Immediate Output (IOT) instruction, 26
peertopeer communication, 22
specifying the Data Input File (DIF), 36 indicators
specifying the Data Output File (DOF), PLC5/20C, 14
36 PLC5/40C, 15
specifying the Default Configuration File, installing keying bands for the processor,
36 17
specifying the I/O Status File, 36 installing the processor battery, 18
specifying the Network Update Time
(NUT), 37 installing your processor
unscheduled checking your processor package, 12
I/O datatransfer instructions, 44 connecting a programming terminal,
immediate data I/O instructions, 46 116
Message instruction, 24, 42, C1 ControlNet connection, 117
nondiscrete I/O data transfers, 24, DH+ connection, 116
C1 serial channel, 116
nondiscrete I/O datatransfer connecting to a ControlNet network,
instructions, 44 115
Index I–7
disposing of the battery, 19 L

handling the processor, 13
identifying the components of the ladderrung messaging, 23
processor, 14 link, definition of, ii
installing a DH+ link, 114
installing a remote I/O link, 112
installing keying bands for the processor, M
17
installing the battery, 18 map table, 27
installing the processor in the chassis, maptable entries, 27
112 fields, 29
locating additional information, 11 number required for datatransfer types,
preparing for, 12 29
removing the processor from the chassis, maptable entry, definition of, ii
112
selecting cables maximum scheduled node, definition of, ii
ControlNet cables, 119 maximum unscheduled node, definition of,
DH+ programming, 119 ii
remote I/O, 119 memory module space, 14, 15
serial, 118
memory modules, specifications, A1
selecting the ControlNet network
address, 111 memorymodule space, location of
selecting the DH+ station address of on PLC5/20C, 14
Channel 1A, 110 on PLC5/40C, 15
setting the I/O chassis backplane Message instructions, 23, 24, C1
switches, 16
monitoring ControlNet configuration and
setting the I/O chassis configuration plug,
status screens, 55
17
specifying the serial interface of Channel MSGs. See Message instructions
0, 111
where to go, 11
instructions
N
ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO), 24, C1 NAP. See Network Access Port
how to use, 44 Network Access Port, 14, 15
when to use, 212, 216 definition of, ii
ControlNet Immediate Data Input (IDI), when to use, 117
26, C2
how to use, 46 network address, definition of, ii
ControlNet Immediate Data Output Network Update Interval, 23, 34
(IDO), 26, C2 definition of, ii
how to use, 46
Network Update Time, 34
ControlNet Message (MSG), how to use,
definition of, ii
42
specifying, 37
Immediate Input (IIN), 26
Immediate Output (IOT), 26 node, definition of, ii
Message (MSG), 24 nondiscrete I/O data transfer
how to use, C1 definition of, ii
when to use, 213 description, 22
IOT. See Immediate Output instruction nondiscrete I/O data transfers, number of
maptable entries required, 29
nondiscrete I/O datatransfer mapping,
K 210
keyswitch, location of 1771 modules, 210
on PLC5/20C, 14 features, 211
on PLC5/40C, 15
I–8 Index
number of maptable entries required, hardware addressing, A1

210 heat dissipation, A1
nonredundant media, 115 I/O modules, A1
keying, A1
NUI. See Network Update Interval
location, A1
NUT. See Network Update Time maximum number of MCPs, A2
maximum total I/O
any mix, A2
O complimentary, A2
owner, definition of, ii maximum user memory words, A2
memory modules, A1
nonControlNet remote I/O
P I/O scan time, A2
maximum number of devices, A2
Peer In, 212 maximum number of ports
Peer Out, 212 configurable for DH+ or remote
I/O, A2
planning to use your processor, where to
maximum number of racks, A2
go, 21
number of dedicated DH+ ports,
PLC5 processors, locating additional A2
information, iii transmission rate, A2
PLC5 programming software, locating number of coprocessor ports, A2
additional information, iii number of serial ports, A2
processor program scan time, A2
connecting DH+ link, 114 shock and vibration, A1
front panel weight, A1
PLC5/20C, 14 processor RUN/FAULT status indicator,
PLC5/40C, 15 14, 15
specifications processor status file, B1
backplane current load layout, B1
maximum, A2
processorresident local I/O, reserving
typical, A2 space for, 27
battery, A1
certification, A1 programming a processor, through Channel
clock/calendar, A1 0, 116
communication, A1 programming terminal, connecting, 116
ControlNet I/O programming your ControlNet system,
maximum link cable length with where to go, 41
repeaters, A2
maximum link cable length without a
repeater, A2 R
maximum nondiscrete I/O
datatransfer datatable size, redundant media, 115
A2 definition of, ii
maximum number of nodes per link remote I/O
with repeaters, A2 cable lengths, 112
maximum number of nodes per link nonControlNet, reserving space for, 28
without a repeater, A2
maximum number of repeaters in remoteI/O link, 215
series per link, A2 remoteI/O immediate I/O transfers, 25,
maximum number of segments in 47
series per link, A2 repeater, definition of, ii
Network Update Time (NUT), A2
number of ControlNet ports, A2 replacing a nonControlNet remote I/O
number of redundant media network with a ControlNet network,
ControlNet ports, A2 215
transmission rate, A2 changing blocktransfer instructions,
environmental conditions, A1 216
Index I–9
changing I/O status files, 216 terminating, 115

downloading archived files, 215 Selectable Timed Interrupts (STIs), using
I/O performed on Channel 2 of with ControlNet system, 47
PLC5/40L processor, 216
messaging and I/O performed on selecting a ControlNet network address,
Channels 1A and 1B, 215 111
messaging and I/O performed on selecting the DH+ station address of
Channels 2A and 2B of PLC5/40B Channel 1A, 110
processor, 215 setting the I/O chassis backplane switches,
using automatic mapping, 27 16
replacing the processor battery, 19 addressing switches, 16
EEPROMtransfer switches, 16
laststate switch, 16
S processor memoryprotection switch,
16
scheduled datatransfer operations, 21
descriptions of, 22 setting the I/O chassis configuration plug,
17
scheduled discrete I/O data transfer,
process, 21 shock and vibration, specifications, A1
scheduled peertopeer communication specifying the serial interface of Channel 0,
description, 22 111
number of maptable entries required, status, layout for the processor, B1
29 Status File, D1
scheduled peertopeer communications, I/O, description, 29
number of maptable entries required, status file, processor, B1
212
status indicators
scheduled peertopeer communications
location of
mapping, 212
on PLC5/20C, 14
features, 212
on PLC5/40C, 15
scheduled transfers, definition of, ii using, 52, 53
screens status words, I/O map entry, D1
Channel 2 Status, 512
Channel Overview, 32
Data Monitor for ControlNet I/O Transfer T
Block, 45
Data Monitor for Message Control Block, tap, 117
43 connecting, 115
I/O Action (Edit), 310 definition of, ii
I/O Action (Monitor), 511 using, 115
I/O Mapping (Edit), 36 terminator, definition of, ii
I/O Mapping (Monitor), 57 trunk cable, definition of, ii
Instruction Entry for ControlNet I/O
Transfer Block, 44 trunkcable section, definition of, ii
Instruction Entry for Message Block, 42 trunkcable/dropcable connection, 114
Local Rack Characteristics, 33
Map Entries Status, 59
Node Information, 34 U
View Times (Monitor), 58
unscheduled datatransfer operations, 23
WHO ACTIVE--Network Status, 519
WHO ACTIVE Active Node unscheduled nondiscrete I/O data transfer,
Identification, 514 23
WHO ACTIVE Active Node Status, unscheduled transfers, definition of, ii
516
using ControlNet I/O Transfer (CIO)
WHO ACTIVE Channel Status, 517
instructions, 44
segment
definition of, ii
I–10 Index
using ControlNet Immediate Data I/O using the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Active
instructions, 46 Node Identification screen, 514
using ControlNet Message (MSG) using the ControlNet WHO ACTIVE Active
instructions, 42 Node Status screen, 516
using the ControlNet Channel 2 Status using the ControlNet WHO
screen, 512 ACTIVE Channel Status screen,
using the ControlNet I/O Action (Monitor) 517
screen, 511 using the ControlNet WHO
using the ControlNet I/O Mapping (Monitor) ACTIVE Network Status screen,
screen, 57 519
using the ControlNet Map Entries Status using the general status indicators, 52
screen, 59 using this manual
using the ControlNet Node Information conventions used, iii
Channel 2 Configuration (Monitor) intended audience for, i
screen, 56 introduction to, i
recommended preparation for, i
using the ControlNet status indicators, 53
related terminology, ii
using the ControlNet View Times (Monitor) where to go, i
screen, 58
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Using This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i

Installing Your ControlNet PLC5 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Planning to Use Your ControlNet PLC5 Processor . . . . . . 21

Configuring Your ControlNet System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Programming Your ControlNet System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Monitoring and Troubleshooting Your ControlNet System 51

Processor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1

Processor Status File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B1

ControlNet Instruction Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C1

ControlNet I/O MapEntry Status Words and Error Messages D1

Using This Manual

For detailed information on features that the PLC-5/20C or PLC-5/40C

You should have a background in control-system applications and a basic

Contents If you want to read about: Go to:

Terminology Term Description

Conventions This icon indicates that the current topic is

Related Publications The 1785 PLC-5 programmable-controller, 6200 programming-software, and

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Overview of processor How to configure, How to install, configure,

17852.36 17856.5.12 17856.5.14

For more information on 1785 PLC-5 programmable controllers or the above

PLC5 PLC5 PLC5

62006.4.20 62006.4.11 62006.4.7

For more information on PLC-5 programming software or the above

For detailed information on different aspects of planning and installing

Using This Chapter If you want to read about: Go to page:

For detailed information on installing chassis and adapters, see the

Before You Begin Before installing your ControlNet PLC-5 processor:

1. Complete the following:

determine the proper environment

For detailed information on completing these tasks, see the

ControlNet PLC5R Programmable Controller,

1 Lithium Battery, 1770XYC

ControlNet PLC5 Programmable Controllers User Manual,

If any items are missing or incorrect, contact your local

Remain in contact with an approved ground point while handling the

Do not touch the backplane connector or connector pins.

Battery Status Indicator

Battery Status Indicator

OFF OFF 2 -slot OFF

ON OFF 1/2 - slot

Y N 1. Locate the chassis configuration plug

Important: You cannot power a single I/O chassis

I/O Chassis 2 Install a keying band in the leftmost

For more detailed information on installing and disposing of the

ATTENTION: To maintain CSA certification for

Installing or Removing the Processor Battery

To install the battery, slide the battery

Installing Your ControlNet PLC5 Processor . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Planning to Use Your ControlNet PLC5 Processor . . . . . . 21

Configuring Your ControlNet System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Programming Your ControlNet System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Monitoring and Troubleshooting Your ControlNet System 51

Processor Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A1

Processor Status File . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B1

ControlNet Instruction Set . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C1

ControlNet I/O MapEntry Status Words and Error Messages D1

17852.36 17856.5.12 17856.5.14

PLC5 PLC5 PLC5

62006.4.20 62006.4.11 62006.4.7

ControlNet PLC5R Programmable Controller,

1 Lithium Battery, 1770XYC

ControlNet PLC5 Programmable Controllers User Manual,

I/O Chassis 2 Install a keying band in the leftmost

To install the battery, slide the battery

Bottom View of PLC5/20C Processor Bottom View of PLC5/40C processor

1. Run the 1770CD cable from the processor to

1770CD Blue Blue

Use the 3pin connector on the processor to

Straight Ttap Straight Ytap Rightangle Ttap Rightangle Ytap

Programming Terminal BATT Programming Terminal 1770KFC BATT

Pin RS232C RS422A RS423 Pin RS232C RS422A RS423

Scheduled DataTransfer Operations on a ControlNet Network

Unscheduled DataTransfer Operations on a ControlNet Network