PLC09 ARBITRATOR - ALLEN-BRADLEY DF1 INTERFACE


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Function:

The PLC09 Arbitrator unit (Allen-Bradley DF1 port expander or multiplexer) permits communication to a single Allen-Bradley PLC RS-232 serial port from up to three separate host computers or terminals.

Operation:

PLC09 access is granted to the first host to communicate with a DLE STX, DLE SOH, or DLE ENQ and is released upon receipt of a DLE ACK from the Host, a DLE EOT from the PLC, or an overall timeout. A request received while the PLC port is active is buffered until the current communication is complete.

Features:

Variable Baud Rates Separate independent baud rates are supported on the four serial ports (three host, one PLC). Baud Rates - 110, 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, and 19200. Configurable thru Host 1 port. The unit can be configured for Full or Half Duplex, CRC or BCC, baud rate, and format. (Configuration software is included) LED activity indicator. RTS control on Host 1 and PLC ports for half duplex operation.

Mechanical:

Enclosure is 5" by 7" by 1.5" molded plastic Host 1 - 9 pin female D connector Host 2 - 9 pin female D connector Host 3 - 6 pin female RJ12 connector. PLC - 9 pin male D connector

Electrical:

Wall plug power supply. Input 120 VAC, output 9 VDC @ 500 m.a. 12 VDC standard, 24 VDC optional (100 m.a. required) -20 to + 60 degree C operation FCC Class A compliance

Protocols Supported:

Allen-Bradley DF1 Full or Half Duplex Call for information on other protocols

Warranty:

One year parts and labour on a factory return basis

Ordering Information:

PLC09 model, Allen-Bradley DF1 interface


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