LS ELECTRIC XGT Series - Chapter 1 Overview; Introduction

Chapter 1 Overview
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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Introduction
This manual of Rnet I/F module is prepared to describe XGT series of dedicated remote net
(hereinafter referred to as Rnet I/F module). XGT Rnet I/F module is composed of data link layer
and physical layer in OSI 7 layers. Rnet system controls I/O data from the sensor of field level and
manages the data conveniently for monitoring, troubleshooting and maintenance through LS HMI of
PMU unit. Rnet I/F module supports a speed of 1Mbps and provides convenience of data Tx/Rx for
users by means of XG5000 parameters setting, through LS dedicated network. In addition, various
system configurations (8-port branching) are possible through the Rnet Repeater Hub Module, and up
to 63 slave modules can be controlled from one master module.
To create a program, refer to the following manuals together.
 XG5000 user manual
 XGK instruction
 XGK user manual
 XGI/XGR instruction
 XGI/XGR user manual
The current user’s manual of XGT Rnet I/F Module is prepared, based on the following
versions.
 XGT PLC XG5000 Programming Tool: V4.22 or above
 XGT Rnet I/F Module O/S
- XGL-RMEA: V1.1 or above
- XGL-RMEB: V5.0 or above
(Max. station communication via GOL-RR8T is only possible with XGL-RMEB V5.1
or later.)