Appendix G DeviceNet Physical Layer and Media
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DeviceNet Physical Layer and Media
The DeviceNet physical layer and media specifications are published in the
ODVA manual, chapter 9, volume 1. It describes possible topologies and
components of the physical layer of the DeviceNet.
'$( shows several possible topologies. The DeviceNet specifications also
specify system grounding, mixing of thick and thin cable media, termination, and
power distribution.
The basic topology is the trunkline-dropline topology. This topology uses
separate twisted-pair buses for the distribution of signals and power. The
specifications allow trunklines and droplines made of thick or thin cable. The
baud rate, maximum distance from end-to-end of the network, and cable size are
dependent on each other. See 94%$(.
Figure G-1. Trunklines and Droplines Made of Thick and Thin Cable
DeviceNet allows devices to be powered directly from the bus, and devices can
use the same cable to communicate with other devices on the bus. DeviceNet
nodes are hot-pluggable — you can remove or add components on the bus
without powering down the network.
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