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Cat. No. 1784-KT/B
Installation Data
The 1784-KT/B Communication Interface Module allows personal
computers, workstations or terminals to communicate with Allen-Bradley
processors and controllers, either through direct connections or over Data
Highway Plus networks. For information about using the 1784-KT/B with
a specific device, see the device's user documentation.
ATTENTION: The following provides information for
Allen-Bradley Industrial Computer and Communication Group
(ICCG) products that have been verified to meet the
Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) requirements of the Federal
Communication Commission (FCC) and the Canadian
Department of Communications for use in a commercial
environment:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
ATTENTION: This digital apparatus does not exceed the
Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus
set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian
Department of Communications.
Le présent appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils
numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des
Communications du Canada.
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Summary of Contents for Allen-Bradley 1784-KT/B
- Page 1 Allen-Bradley processors and controllers, either through direct connections or over Data Highway Plus networks. For information about using the 1784-KT/B with a specific device, see the device’s user documentation. ATTENTION: The following provides information for...
- Page 2 We will refer to the 1784-KT/B Communication Interface Module as simply the 1784-KT throughout this document. This document contains the following sections: Introducing the 1784-KT Communication Interface Module Important User Information Features of the 1784-KT Compatibility How the 1784-KT Operates...
- Page 3 ATTENTION: With any complex communication system you need to identify potential application-related communication problems and make provisions in the system design to prevent hazardous or undesired consequences if a problem occurs. These problems include, but are not necessarily limited to, the possibility of: unexpected loss of communication erroneous or incomplete data being supplied to the network...
- Page 4 Data Highway Plus packets. When the host powers up and downloads module code, it runs diagnostics to verify the 1784-KT module’s operation. Allen-Bradley interface software (including 6001-F1E, 6200, Interchange, Advisor PC, and ControlView) manages data transmission and reception through the...
- Page 5 The 1784-KT utilizes CMOS technology, which is highly sensitive to Electro Static Discharge (ESD). ESD may be present whenever you are handling the 1784-KT. Handling the 1784-KT without any ESD protection can cause internal circuit damage that may not be apparent during installation or initial use.
- Page 6 If you are not using the default settings, go to step 6. Select a memory location. Table A shows the recommended memory locations for Allen-Bradley terminals, workstations and computers. Table B shows all the available memory locations and switch settings...
- Page 7 Select an interrupt setting. Your choices are: - IRQ3 - IRQ4 - IRQ5 - IRQ7 - no interrupt Table C shows the recommended interrupt settings for Allen-Bradley industrial terminals, workstations and computers that use the 1784-KT.
- Page 8 Set the memory location address, by pushing the switches in at either the top or bottom, to reflect the selected address of the memory location.
- Page 9 Set the interrupt by placing the provided jumper in the proper location. Remove the jumper and place it on the two pins that correspond to the interrupt of your choice. If an interrupt is not required by your software program, place the jumper in the “no interrupt” position. 10.
- Page 10 ATTENTION: To avoid personal injury, always disconnect the ac power before making the cable connection. To connect the 1784-KT to a PLC-2, follow the steps below: Plug the 62-pin connector end of the 1784-CP2 cable into the 1784-KT and secure with captive screws. Connect the opposite end of the 1784-CP2 cable into the PROGRAM PANEL connector on the PLC-2.
- Page 11 To connect the 1784-KT to a PLC-3, follow the steps below: Plug the 62-pin connector end of the 1784-CP3 cable into the 1784-KT and secure with captive screws. Connect the opposite end of the 1784-CP3 cable (labeled “Industrial Terminal End”) into the PERIPHERAL CHANNEL 0 connector on the PLC-3.
- Page 12 To connect the 1784-KT to a PLC-5, follow the steps below: Plug the 62-pin connector end of the 1784-CP cable into the 1784-KT and secure with captive screws. Connect the opposite end of the 1784-CP cable into the PEER COMM INTFC connector on the PLC-5. Reinstall the ac power cord and turn on the computer.
- Page 13 The 1784-AGT Test Plug is available for diagnostic testing of the 1784-KT. Its internal wiring is shown below.
- Page 14 Information is passed between the computer system and the 1784-KT through 2 Kbytes of memory located in the interface module. This 2 Kbyte memory is memory mapped into an open memory location in your computer system. The definition of “open” is a location that has not been configured for another optional interface card or system.
- Page 21 Specifications for the 1784-KT are listed below.