User Manual

Chapter 2
Installing the Adapter
Chapter 2 provides instructions for installing the adapter on a PowerFlex
drive.
Before installing the RS-485 DF1 adapter:
• Verify that you have all required equipment. Refer to Chapter 1
,
Getting Started
.
To commission the adapter, you must set a unique node address, the data
rate used by the network and the error checking method. (Refer to the
Glossary for details).
Important: New settings are recognized only when power is applied to
the adapter or the adapter is reset. If you change a setting,
cycle power or perform a reset.
Topic Page
Prepar
ing for an Installation 2-1
Commissioning the Adapter 2-1
Connecting the Adapter to the Network 2-3
Connecting the Adapter to the Drive 2-4
Applying Power 2-6
Preparing for an Installation
Commissioning the Adapter
!
ATTENTION: Risk of equipment damage exists. The RS-485 DF1
adapter contains ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) sensitive parts that can
be damaged if you do not follow ESD control procedures. Static control
precautions are required when handling the adapter. If you are
unfamiliar with static control procedures, refer to Guarding Against
Electrostatic Damage, Publication 8000-4.5.2.