Allen-Bradley ControlLogix User Manual

1756-6.5.3 - December 1999
Logix5550 Controller to PLC-5C: Scheduled Communications 6-7
Schedule the Network Using
RSNetWorx for ControlNet
Before communication can take place, you must run RSNetWorx for
ControlNet to configure the PLC-5C processor as the consumer and
schedule the network. Running RSNetWorx transfers configuration data to
networked modules and establishes a Network Update Time (NUT) for
ControlNet that is compliant with the desired communication options
specified for each module.
Perform the following steps:
1. Start the RSNetWorx for ControlNet software:
2. From the Network menu, select New.
3. Check the Edits Enabled box and go Online.

Allen-Bradley ControlLogix Specifications

General

Communication	EtherNet/IP, ControlNet, DeviceNet, DH+
I/O Capacity	Up to 128, 000 I/O points (varies by configuration)
Redundancy	Supported (with specific modules)
Programming Software	Rockwell Automation Studio 5000 Logix Designer
Operating Temperature	0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F)
Programming Languages	Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, Structured Text, Sequential Function Chart
Modularity	Yes
Certifications	UL, CE
Processor Type	Multiple options available, including standard, safety, and extreme environment processors
Power Supply	Multiple options available, including standard and redundant power supplies with various voltage ranges (e.g., 24V DC, 120/240V AC)