Drive Communications

Your Network
Connections
ControlNet™ Module
DeviceNet™ Modules
Remote I/O Module
Serial Communication Module
AnaCANda™ Serial Converter
SLC® Module
Flex™ I/O Module/Base
160 SSC™ Options
DriveExplorer™ Software
DriveTools32™ Software
Partner Solutions
Get Connected with Allen-Bradley Drives.
Get information when and where you need it.
Whether communicating point-to-point across a room or across
a network through a master control station to other products,
drives now share control information that improves diagnostics
and provides unprecedented networked data while helping to
reduce installation costs. New integrated industrial drive products
allow you to get information when and where you need it. While
most network systems utilize programmable controllers, industrial
network applications may now be designed with other controlling
devices. In fact, drives on networks are allowed to share I/O for
better synchronization.

In some applications, man-machine interfaces can be used as

primary controllers in a system. Allen-Bradley drives are using
communication features to help create advanced system
solutions for your new and existing automation applications.

Three key ingredients necessary for

Drives Communication Success
Standard interface to enable various motor control
products to connect to communication options. This
reduces the number of internal interface components
and maximizes the usage of each interface developed.
A wide variety of external communications modules, embedded Quality motor control products which utilize the
communications boards, software packages, cables, and splitters
are offered for Allen-Bradley drive products. standard interface, and continuously improve these
products to take advantage of the network capabilities.

A variety of communication options, which provide

the best or preferred choice interfaces for your application.

Allen-Bradley Drives and peripherals will give you all

three key ingredients.

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Advanced Connection Solutions.
Serial Communication DeviceNet Module
ControlNet Module Module • Polled I/O Data Enhanced
• Scheduled I/O data • RS-232/422/485 • Full parameter access DeviceNet Module
DF-1 Protocol • UCMM capable • Poll, Change-of-State,
• Unscheduled Messaging
• DH-485 Protocol Cyclic, and Peer I/O data
• Redundant Media Support
• Local NAP and DF1 • Full parameter access
serial port • Local DF1 serial port
• Flash Upgradeable • UCMM capable
• Flash Upgradeable

Remote I/O Module Flex Module/Base

• Up to a full rack of I/O • Multiplex multiple
drives on any Flex
• All 3 data rates supported network adapter
• Support for Block Transfer • 2 drives/module
to access drive parameters
and other imformation • 8 drives/Flex system
• Control-only applications
(no parameter access)

AnaCANda Serial SLC Module

Converter
• 3-Drive Interface for SLC
• Quick and mobile
solution for attaching • I/O and full parameter
a PC or H/PC to a drive access possible
• DF-1 protocol

Software 160 SSC Options Partner Solutions

• DriveTools32 Software • DeviceNet • Modbus™ Module
- Complete suite of • Serial Communication • MetaSys™ Module
software tools Module • Modbus Plus™ Module
® ®

-Windows 95/WindowsNT • PROFIBUS Module

• DriveExplorer Software
- Online software tools
- Windows95/WindowsNT
®

Windows CE
SCANport Interface ™

SCANport is the standard peripheral interface for most

Allen-Bradley drive products. This standard enables a family of
communication adapters to provide connectivity for entire families
of drive products. By implementing this standard, we can focus on
creating new interface adapters for existing and future products
and protocols independent of the enabled products. This means that
whenever a new interface adapter is developed, it can immediately
be utilized by the existing family of enabled products. Also, as
new drive products or families of products are developed, they
immediately have a variety of optional interfaces available at
release. This is a WIN-WIN situation for Allen-Bradley customers:

• Existing SCANport-enabled products on the factory floor

can work with new interface adapters.
• New SCANport-enabled products can connect to existing
factory networks.

SCANport-enabled products:
• 1305 AC Drive
• 1336 PLUS AC Drive
• 1336 PLUS II AC Drive
• 1336 IMPACT AC Drive
• 1336 FORCE AC Drive
• 1336 SPIDER AC Drive
• 1336 REGEN Package
• 1397 DC Drive
• 1557 Medium Voltage
AC Drive
• 1394 Motion System
• SMC Dialog Plus
• SMP Smart Motor Protector
• 2364 Regenerative DC Bus
Supply Unit

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ControlNet Module ™

The ControlNet to SCANport module is designed to provide a

direct, digital link between ControlNet devices and any SCANport-
enabled device. ControlNet is an "open" control-layer network
providing high-speed (5 Mbps) deterministic and repeatable control.

Part Number:
• 1203-CN1 ControlNet to SCANport
communications module

Key features:
• Up to 20 words of scheduled I/O
• Full unscheduled messaging support
• Provides both device control and configuration options
- I/O Data:
- Inputs: Logic-Command and Speed-Reference
- Outputs: Logic-Status and Speed-Feedback
- Datalinks (8 in/8 out), Messaging and Safe State Data
• Redundant coax media support
Specifications:
• Node address set via push-wheel switch
Power Consumption 150mA @ 24vDC (user-supplied)
• Software configurable, no DIP switches
Dimensions 3.94" x 2.69" x 3.54"
• Flash upgradeable module firmware
Baud Rate 5 Mbps
• Built-in RS-232 port (connect with 1203-SFC cable)
for DriveExplorer and DriveTools32 software Operating Temperature 0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)
• Built-in RJ-45 Network Access Port (NAP) Certification UL 508, CUL, EMC and LV Directives

DriveTools
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DriveExplorer
PLC
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DeviceNet Module ™

The DeviceNet to SCANport modules are designed to provide a

direct, digital link between DeviceNet devices and any SCANport-
enabled device. DeviceNet is an open device-layer network based
on CAN (Controller Area Network) technology for networking
intelligent devices for the factory automation workplace.

Part Numbers:
• 1203-GK5 DeviceNet to SCANport communications
module (external – DC power)
• 1336-GM5 DeviceNet to SCANport communications
module (internal)

Key features:
• Logic-Command and Speed-Reference
Specifications:
• Logic-Status and Speed-Feedback
Power Consumption 40mA (-GM5), 110mA (-GK5)
• DIP switch configurable for: @ 12-25vDC
- Baud rate and Node address Supplied through DeviceNet
- Datalinks
- Controller and network fault response Dimensions 1.8"W x 3.0"H x 4.8"D (-GK5)
• Supports DeviceNet Polled Slave and Baud Rate 125K, 250K, 500K
Unconnected Message Manager (UCMM) functions Operating Temperature 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
• V2.001 or higher supports PCCC communications and Certification UL 508, CSA, LV Directive
works with DriveExplorer or DriveTools32
• ODVA compliance tested

1336

PLC
SMC Dialog Plus 1305

1203-GK5 1203-GK5 1203-GK5

DeviceNet

CONTROL AND CONFIGURATION

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Enhanced DeviceNet Module ™

The Enhanced DeviceNet to SCANport™ modules build upon the

existing DeviceNet adapters to enhance the direct, digital link
between DeviceNet devices and any SCANport-enabled device.

Part Numbers:
• 1203-GU6 Enhanced DeviceNet to SCANport
communications module
(external – SCANport powered)
• 1336-GM6 Enhanced DeviceNet to SCANport
communications module (internal)

Key features:
• Derives power from SCANport device, only minimal DeviceNet
network-side power is consumed by the transceiver
• Change-of-State (COS) support to report only new data
• Cyclic operation support allows the reporting of data at
specific intervals
• Peer-to-Peer capabilities allow drive I/O Data to be broadcast
or received from other drives on the network Specifications:
• User-configurable fault response provides the ability to Power Consumption 60mA @ 24vDC supplied through
customize the adapters actions to communication errors DeviceNet
• Built-in RS-232 port on GU6 (connect with 1203-SFC cable) Dimensions 1.8"W x 3.0"H x 5.0"D (-GU6)
for DriveExplorer and DriveTools32 software Baud Rate 125K, 250K, 500K
• Flash upgradeability allows for field updates Operating Temperature 0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)
• Software configurable, no DIP switches Certification UL 508, CUL, EMC and LV Directives
• ODVA compliance tested

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Remote I/O Module
The Remote I/O to SCANport modules allow SCANport-enabled
devices to look and act like a remote I/O chassis when connected
to a programmable controller. Data contained in the I/O image
table is transferred between the programmable controller by the
remote I/O scanner, the same as with any remote I/O device.

Part Numbers:
• 1203-GD1 Remote I/O to SCANport communications module
(external – AC power)
• 1203-GK1 Remote I/O to SCANport communications module
(external – DC power)
• 1336-GM1 Remote I/O to SCANport communications module
(internal)

Key features: Specifications:

• DIP switch configurable for: Power Consumption 35mA max. @ 85-264v AC (-GD1)
- Rack address 400mA max. @ 24vDC (-GK1)
- Baud rate Dimensions 1.8"W x 3.0"H x 4.8"D (-GD1, -GK1)
- Logic-Command and Speed-Reference Operating Temperature 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
- Logic-Status and Speed-Feedback Baud Rates 57.6K, 115.2K, 230.4K
- Datalinks Rack Size 1
/4, 1/2, 3/4, or Full
- Block transfer enable Certification UL 508, CSA, LV Directive
- Rack fault response
- Hold last state

PLC

1336

Remote Rack

1203-GD1

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Serial Communication Module
The Serial to SCANport modules provide a direct, digital link
between Serial devices and any SCANport-enabled device.

Part Numbers:
• 1203-GD2 Serial to SCANport communications module
(external – AC power)
• 1203-GK2 Serial to SCANport communications module
(external – DC power)
• 1336-GM2 Serial to SCANport communications module
(internal)

Key features:
• RS-232/422/485 control using DF1 protocol
• DH485 capability
• DIP switch configurable for:
Specifications:
- Adapter address
Power Consumption 35mA max. @ 85-264v AC (-GD2)
- Baud rate, parity, stop bits, and CRC/BCC check 400mA max. @ 24vDC (-GK2)
- Logic-Command and Speed-Reference Dimensions 1.8"W x 3.0"H x 4.8"D (-GD2, -GK2)
- Logic-Status and Speed-Feedback Baud Rate 110, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800,
- Datalinks 9600, 19.2K
- Adapter timeout default value Operating Temperature 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
Certification UL 508, CSA, LV Directive

PC

1336

1305

1203-GD2

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AnaCANda Serial Converter ™

The Serial to SCANport Converter provides a serial connection from

an RS-232 device such as a PC, and any SCANport-enabled device.
Transportable and powered via the SCANport connection, the
AnaCANda is the ideal tool for DriveExplorer™ and DriveTools32™
software packages.

Part Number:
• 1203-SSS Serial to SCANport Converter Includes
1203-SFC serial cable and
1202-C10 one-meter SCANport cable

Key features:
• RS-232 to SCANport, DeviceNet, and ControlNet connections for
DriveExplorer and DriveTools32 software packages:
- Use the complete system to connect to any SCANport product
- Use the 1203-SFC cable to connect to the RS-232 port on a
1203-GU6 Enhanced DeviceNet to SCANport adapter and
access all SCANport products on the network (connected
Specifications:
via GM5/GK5’s ver. 2.001 or higher, GM6’s or GU6’s)
Power Consumption 60mA @ 12vDC from SCANport
- Use the 1203-SFC cable to connect to the RS-232 port on a
1203-CN1 ControlNet to SCANport adapter and access all Baud Rate 9600, 19.2K
SCANport products on the network (connected via CN1’s) Operating Temperature 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
• Operating power derived from SCANport product … no separate Certification UL 508C and CUL
supply necessary
• Optimized software configuration, no DIP switches
• LEDs for transmit, receive and converter status
• Connect to Hand-Held PC’s via 1203-SNM null modem adapter
(supplied separately)
1336
DriveTools32
or
DriveExplorer

SMC Dialog Plus 1305

DriveExplorer Windows 95/NT PC

WindowsCE HPC 1203-SFC

Cable
HPC Any
Serial Cable SCANport
Product
1203-SNM 1203-SFC
Connector Cable

Pick Either
Computer

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SLC Module
The SLC to SCANport communication module mounts in a slot on a
Bulletin 1746 rack and provides an easily configurable, high-speed
interface between any SLC 500™ family processor and up to three
SCANport enabled devices.

Part Number:
• 1203-SM1 SLC to SCANport communication module

Key features:
• Connect up to three SCANport devices to a single SLC module
• Can use multiple SM1’s in an SLC rack, limited only by the
I/O size of the SLC CPU
• Provides both device control and configuration options
- Basic mode: 4 words of I/O per device (2 in/2 out)
- Inputs to SLC: Logic Command and Speed Reference
- Outputs from SLC: Logic Status and Speed Feedback
- Enhanced mode: Basic mode plus Datalinks (8 in/8 out),
Messaging and Safe State Data
• Tri-color LEDs for status information

1336 SLC Capabilities:

SMC Fixed Style Controller
Dialog Plus (using an expansion rack) Basic Mode
1305 SLC 5/01 Basic Mode
SLC 5/02, 5/03, 5/04, 5/05 Basic & Enhanced Mode
1747-OC Open Controller Basic & Enhanced Mode
Any SLC Rack Adapter Basic Mode

Specifications:
SLC Power Consumption 300mA @ 5v DC SLC Backplane
Operating Temperature 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F)
Certification UL 508C, CUL

SLC

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Flex I/O Module/Base
™

The Flex I/O to SCANport communication module provides a digital

connection to an Allen-Bradley SCANport product from
a Flex™ I/O system. This simplifies installation and minimizes
the need for discrete wiring.

Part Numbers:
• 1203-FM1 Flex I/O SCANport module
• 1203-FB1 Flex I/O SCANport terminal base
* A complete unit consists of one FM1 and one FB1

Key features:
• Supports all Flex I/O network options (DeviceNet, ControlNet,
Remote I/O, others)
• Connect up to 2 drives per FM1/FB1 combination
• Up to 4 FM1/FB1’s (8 drives) allowed per Flex network adapter
• 4 words of I/O per device
- Inputs to Flex: Logic-Command and Speed-Reference
- Outputs from Flex: Logic-Status and Speed-Feedback
• LEDs indicate channel and module status
Specifications:
• Can be combined with other Flex I/O modules on the same adapter
Input Voltage Rating 5vDC supplied from Flexbus
Flexbus Current 160mA max. @ 5vDC
Power Consumption 0.8W
Operating Temperature 0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)
Certification C-UL, IEC, PNO

Remote I/O, DeviceNet, ControlNet, etc .

1336

1336
SMC
Dialog Plus 1305

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160 SSC Options ™

Optional DeviceNet and RS-232 communication modules provide

a low cost solution for control and monitoring the Bulletin 160
drive. These modules attach directly to the front of the drive (in
place of the Program Keypad Module or Ready/Fault Panel) adding
less than 1” (25mm) to the overall depth. This reduces installation
time and saves valuable panel space.

Part Numbers:
• 160-DN2 DeviceNet Communication Module
• 160-RS1 RS-232 Serial Communication Module

DeviceNet Communication Module RS-232 Communication Module

• EDS files are self-generated (using DeviceNet Manager Software) • Provides serial interface to SLC 500, PLC®, MicroLogix™ or any
helping to simplify DeviceNet connectivity. computer using DF1 protocol.
• Node address and baud rate can be set via DIP switches. • Supports Point-to-Point communications for fast and low cost
• DIP switch factory defaults allow node address and baud rate to data examination.
be configured via the network. • Supports Multi-Drop RS-485 Network configuration with the use
• Offers tremendous flexibility to interface with various of 1761-AIC+ modules.
Allen-Bradley products • Can be used with DriveExplorer™ or DriveTools32™ software for
uploading, downloading or monitoring drive parameters.

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DriveExplorer Software ™

DriveExplorer software is an online programming tool for most

Allen-Bradley drive users who need a fast, simple, cost-effective
method for configuring and monitoring drive and communication
adapter parameters.

Part Numbers 1:
• 9306-4KS0EFF “Full” Version
1
For Version 1.xx

Key features:
• Easy Windows™ "Explorer-like" interface for intuitive online
editing and management of drive and adapter parameters
• Save, store, and print parameter information
• Create custom parameter views with cut/copy/paste or
drag&drop functionality
• “Lite” version available for free download from Internet:
www.ab.com/drives/driveexplorer

Requirements:
Windows 95/98 and 486 66MHz or higher PC compatible,
Windows NT 4.0 16MB RAM or more, 2MB free hard
(or greater) disk space, VGA monitor, CD-ROM
drive (for installation only)
Windows CE 2.0 or 2.11*
SH3 Processor 12MB RAM, 700 KB storage memory
and 700 KB program memory
Windows CE 2.0*
MIPS Processor 12MB RAM, 700 KB storage
memory and 700 KB program memory
Windows CE 2.11*
Strong ARM 16MB RAM, 700 KB storage
memory and 700 KB program memory
* Please consult website for a list of compatible devices.

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DriveTools32 Software ™

DriveTools32 software is a family of tools designed for

programming, troubleshooting and maintaining your Allen-Bradley
AC and DC drive products. Individual tools allow you to customize
the software selections to your needs.

Part Numbers 2:
• 9303-3CxxEFF Suite
(Contains all five Tools)
• 9303-3CxxE31 Lite
(DriveManager32™, DriveMonitor32™,
and DrivePanel32™)
• 9303-3CxxE01 DrivePanel32
(HIM programming on your PC)
• 9303-3CxxE10 DriveManager32
(Easy on-line /off-line programming,
upload and download)
• 9303-3CxxE20 DriveMonitor32
(Graphical monitoring of drive data)
• 9303-3CxxE80 DriveTrending32™
(Graphic monitoring of special drive
trend features)
• Only available in Suite DriveBlockEditor32™
(Graphical function block editing
of 1336 FORCE drives with
special adapters)
xx: Represents license code, refer to publication 9303-PL001A-US-P for details
2
For Version 2.xx

Key features:
• Suite of software tools
• Online and offline programming
• Intuitive drive setup and commissioning tools
• Program security and administrator functions to manage access
• User-created custom parameter groups
• File, save and print support
• Point-to-Point and networking options
• Uses RSLinx Lite for communications (included)

Requirements:
Windows® 95/98 486 66MHz or higher PC compatible,
16MB RAM or more, 50MB free
hard drive space, VGA monitor,
CD-ROM drive (for installation only)
Windows® NT 4.0 100MHz or higher Pentium,
(or greater) 32MB RAM or more, 50MB free
hard drive space, VGA monitor,
CD-ROM drive (for installation only)

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Address your network needs with Allen-Bradley drives interfaces.
As the move toward factory automation continues, it is becoming communication options. The communication interfaces available
increasingly important for all products to be capable of communicating for Allen-Bradley drives address your various network needs
critical information. We recognize this trend and have adopted a today, and we will continue to add additional products and
unique strategy to enable you to accommodate a wide range of improve existing products to meet your needs for tomorrow.

For technical information refer to our web site: www.ab.com/drives

ControlNet is a trademark of ControlNet International Ltd. DeviceNet is a AnaCANda, DriveExplorer, DriveTools32, DriveManager32, DriveMonitor32,
trademark of the Open DeviceNet Vendor Association. MetaSys is a trademark DrivePanel32, DriveTrending32, DriveBlockEditor32, Flex, MicroLogix, PLC, SSC,
of Johnson Controls. Modbus and Modbus Plus are trademarks of Modicon. SLC 500, and SLC are trademarks of Rockwell Automation.
Windows and Windows NT are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

Publication 1203-BR001A-US-P — March 2000

Supersedes — June 1999 © 2000 Rockwell International Corporation. All Rights Reserved Printed in USA.