User manual

1 Publication CNET-UM001C-EN-P - November 2005
Preface
Purpose of This Manual
This manual describes how you can use ControlNet with your Logix5000
controller. With this manual, you can learn how to communicate between your
controller and various devices on the ControlNet network.
Who Should Use
This Manual
You should use this manual if you program applications that use ControlNet
with one of the following Logix5000 controllers:
• CompactLogix controller
• ControlLogix controller
• FlexLogix controller
• PowerFlex 700S with DriveLogix controller
• SoftLogix5800 controller
You should also:
• have a basic understanding of networking concepts
• have a basic familiarity with the following software:
– RSLogix 5000 software
– RSLinx Classic software
– RSNetWorx for ControlNet software