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E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Digital Sensor Communication Unit Operation Manual (E429)
Structure of This Manual
This manual consists of the following chapters.
Chapters Contents
Chapter 1 EtherCAT Network
Explains about the EtherCAT features and the network
configuration.
Chapter 2
EtherCAT Sensor Communication
Unit
Overviews the E3NW-ECT EtherCAT Sensor
Communication Unit and its various types.
Chapter 3 Basic Usage Procedures
Explains the setup method and usage procedures by using
simple system setup examples.
Chapter 4 Installation and Wiring
Explains how to install Slave Units, and how to connect and
wire the EtherCAT network and power supply.
Chapter 5 EtherCAT Communications Explains the details of EtherCAT communications.
Chapter 6 E3NW-ECT Hardware specifications Explains the E3NW-ECT Hardware specifications.
Chapter 7 E3NW-ECT Functional specifications Explains the E3NW-ECT Functional specifications.
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance
This contains troubleshooting and inspection methods
intended for individuals to handle abnormalities and
conduct regular inspections.
Appendices Appendices
The appendices give an overview of the objects and
precautions on their use, and describes the specifications
of the E3NW-DS Distributed Sensor Unit.