AIC+ Advanced Interface Converter - Rockwell Automation

1 AIC+ Advanced Interface Converter Catalog Number 1761-NET-AIC. User Manual Important User Information Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls (publication available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at ) describes some important differences between solid state equipment and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and also because of the wide variety of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable. In no event will Rockwell Automation , Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment.

2 The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of the many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation , Inc. cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams. No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation , Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits, equipment, or software described in this manual. Reproduction of the contents of this manual, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell Automation , Inc., is prohibited. Throughout this manual, when necessary, we use notes to make you aware of safety considerations. Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can cause WARNING. an explosion in a hazardous environment, which may lead to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss.

3 Identifies information that is critical for successful application and IMPORTANT. understanding of the product. Identifies information about practices or circumstances that can lead ATTENTION. to personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss. Attentions help you identify a hazard, avoid a hazard, and recognize the consequence SHOCK HAZARD Labels may be located on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people that dangerous voltage may be present. BURN HAZARD Labels may be located on or inside the equipment, for example, a drive or motor, to alert people that surfaces may be at dangerous temperatures. Allen-Bradley, PLC, SLC, MicroLogix, PanelView, DTAM, and Rockwell Automation are trademarks of Rockwell Automation , Inc. Trademarks not belonging to Rockwell Automation are property of their respective companies.

4 Summary of Changes The information below summarizes the changes to this manual since the last printing. To help you find new and updated information in this release of the manual, we have included change bars as shown to the right of this paragraph. Topic Page Updated publication list 4. Ordering publications 4. Processor/cable compatibility 3 Publication 1761-UM004B-EN-P - June 2006. 4 Summary of Changes Publication 1761-UM004B-EN-P - June 2006. Table of Contents Preface Who Should Use This Manual .. 3. Purpose of This Manual.. 3. Additional Resources .. 4. Conventions Used in This Manual .. 4. Chapter 1. Product Overview Description .. 5. Operation Modes .. 6. Device Compatibility .. 6. Chapter 2. Installation and Wiring Compliance to European Union Directives .. 9. EMC Directive .. 9. Low Voltage Directive.

5 9. Safety Considerations .. 10. Mount the AIC+ Advanced Interface Converter .. 11. Mount to a DIN Rail .. 11. Mount to a Panel .. 12. Wire the AIC+ Advanced Interface Converter .. 13. Wire the Power Supply .. 13. Wire to the Network Ports .. 14. Cable Choices .. 16. Recommended User-supplied Components .. 19. Chapter 3. Network Connections Network Diagrams .. 21. Point-to-point Isolator .. 21. Components Replaced by the AIC+ Interface Converter . 22. DH-485 Network with SLC 5/03 and SLC 5/04 Processors and a PC .. 23. DH-485 Network with a MicroLogix 1000 Controller .. 24. Typical Three-node OEM Network .. 24. Networked Operator- Interface Device and MicroLogix Controller .. 25. Networks Using Ganged Converters .. 26. Network Extended to 2438 m (8000 ft) .. 27. DF1 Master-slave Network with Modem .. 28. Avoid Incorrect Connections.

6 29. Chapter 4. Interpret the LED Indicators Diagnostics .. 31. i Publication 1761-UM004B-EN-P - June 2006. ii Table of Contents Appendix A. Specifications and Dimensions General Specifications .. 33. Hardware Handshaking .. 34. Auto Transmit Delay (turnaround time) per Communication Rate .. 35. Mounting Template .. 36. Index Publication 1761-UM004B-EN-P - June 2006. Preface Read this preface to familiarize yourself with the rest of the manual. This preface covers the following topics. Who should use this manual Purpose of this manual Conventions used in this manual Who Should Use This Use this manual if you are responsible for designing, installing, programming, or troubleshooting control systems that use Manual Allen-Bradley Small Logic controllers. You should have a basic understanding of SLC 500 and MicroLogix products and be able to interpret the ladder-logic instructions required to control your application.

7 If you do not, contact your local Allen-Bradley representative for information on available training courses before using this product. Purpose of This Manual This manual is a reference guide for the Advanced Interface Converter (AIC+). This manual: gives you an overview of the AIC+ Interface Converter operation. explains the procedures to install and wire the AIC+ Interface Converter . 3 Publication 1761-UM004B-EN-P - June 2006. 4 Preface Additional Resources The following documents contain additional information regarding Rockwell Automation products. Related Documentation For Read This Document Document Number A guide to understanding and selecting SLC 500 products SLC 500 System Selection Guide 1747-SG001. A description on how to install and use your modular SLC 500 User Manual for Modular Hardware Style 1747-UM011.

8 Programmable controller Programmable Controllers A description on how to install and use your MicroLogix 1000 MicroLogix 1000 Programmable Controller User 1761-UM003. programmable controller Manual A description on how to install and use your MicroLogix 1200 MicroLogix 1200 Programmable Controller User 1762-UM001. programmable controller Manual A description on how to install and use your MicroLogix 1100 MicroLogix 1100 Programmable Controller User 1763-UM001. programmable controller Manual A description on how to install and use your MicroLogix 1500 MicroLogix 1500 Programmable Controller User 1764-UM001. programmable controller Manual A guide to DF1 protocol Data Highway/Data Highway Plus/Data Highway 1770-UM022. II/Data Highway-485 Cable A guide to wiring and grounding guidelines Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding 1770-IN041.

9 Guidelines A glossary of industrial Automation terms and abbreviations Allen-Bradley Industrial Automation Glossary If you would like a manual, you can: download a free electronic version from the Internet at purchase a printed manual by contacting your local distributor or Rockwell Automation representative. Conventions Used in This The following conventions are used throughout this manual. Manual bulleted lists , such as this one, provide information, not procedural steps. Numbered lists provide sequential steps or hierarchical information. Bold type is used for emphasis Publication 1761-UM004B-EN-P - June 2006. Chapter 1. Product Overview Description The AIC+ Advanced Interface Converter provides a communication link between various networked devices. The AIC+ Interface Converter is compatible with a variety of SLC and MicroLogix controllers and peripherals.

10 Communication Port and Switch Locations RS-485. Communication Port (Phoenix Plug) RS-232 (8-pin mini-DIN). Communication Port Communication-rate Selector Switch DC Power-source RS-232 (DB-9, DTE) Selector Switch Communication Port Terminals for external 24V dc power supply and chassis ground. MicroLogix 1000, 1200, and 1500 controllers provide power to the AIC+ Interface Converter via the RS-232 8-pin mini-DIN port's cable. However, if a MicroLogix controller is not connected to this port, a 24V dc power supply connected to the Converter 's external power terminals is required. The dc power-source selector switch needs to be set for your particular configuration. See Network Diagrams starting on page 21 for more details on how to wire and configure the AIC+ Interface Converter . 5 Publication 1761-UM004B-EN-P - June 2006.