Eric Nelson
Lifetime Supporting Member + Moderator
Hi guys,
Allen Bradley's communication methods always confuse me...
I am working on a machine with a PV550 connected to a SLC 5/04 through the DB9 port (Channel 0). The PanelBuilder and RSLogix settings show they're connected via DH485. I have no trouble connecting my laptop to the 5/04 through the DB9 port, but I would like to be able to connect my laptop to the 5/04 WITHOUT having to disconnect the PanelView. This only needs to be temporary for debugging.
Do I really need to stick an AIC+ interface on BOTH the PLC and HMI ends just to get an extra port for my laptop to connect? I don't need to talk to the PanelView. I just want to be able to monitor the 5/04, but WITH the PanelView still connected.
There are 2 unused connections on the 5/04. There's DH+ (Channel 1) via a terminal block and 8-pin mini-din connector. Can I somehow connect through one of these ports? If so, what will I need, and will I need to change any settings in the PLC? Channel 1 is currently set to DH+/57.6K Baud/Node 1. I already have a 1747-UIC interface, and can borrow an AIC+ interface if needed.
Any ideas?
-Eric
Allen Bradley's communication methods always confuse me...
I am working on a machine with a PV550 connected to a SLC 5/04 through the DB9 port (Channel 0). The PanelBuilder and RSLogix settings show they're connected via DH485. I have no trouble connecting my laptop to the 5/04 through the DB9 port, but I would like to be able to connect my laptop to the 5/04 WITHOUT having to disconnect the PanelView. This only needs to be temporary for debugging.
Do I really need to stick an AIC+ interface on BOTH the PLC and HMI ends just to get an extra port for my laptop to connect? I don't need to talk to the PanelView. I just want to be able to monitor the 5/04, but WITH the PanelView still connected.
There are 2 unused connections on the 5/04. There's DH+ (Channel 1) via a terminal block and 8-pin mini-din connector. Can I somehow connect through one of these ports? If so, what will I need, and will I need to change any settings in the PLC? Channel 1 is currently set to DH+/57.6K Baud/Node 1. I already have a 1747-UIC interface, and can borrow an AIC+ interface if needed.
Any ideas?
-Eric