Description
With AnyBus Communicator, you can integrate serial devices (RS-232/422/485) into a PROFIBUS network. No changes to the serial device are necessary for this.AnyBus Communicator is a tried and tested and reliable protocol converter that connects non-networked devices to PROFIBUS. The Communicator performs intelligent protocol conversion and provides the serial data of the higher-level PLC as I/O data.The Communicator is a compact stand-alone gateway for IP20 and DIN rail mounting that requires a 24-volt power supply. It meets the current PROFIBUS specification and has been successfully tested for network compatibility.CONVERTS ALMOST ANY SERIAL PROTOCOLThe Communicator can configure almost any serial protocol, such as master/slave protocols such as Modbus RTU, ASCII, DF1, as well as vendor-specific query/response or Produce/Resume protocols.TYPICAL SERIAL APPLICATIONSTypical serial applications include frequency converters, sensors, actuators, operator terminals, bar code readers, RFID reader or industrial scales.Features and benefits
· Compatible with all PLCs that support PROFIBUS· Cost-effective PROFIBUS network connection for up to 31 nodes· No hardware or software changes are required on the serial device· Complete conversion of the serial protocol, no additional PLC function blocks necessary· Enables system integrators to integrate older automation devices into PROFIBUS networks (retrofitting)· Makes serial devices network-capable: Machine builders / device manufacturers do not need a PROFIBUS interface in their devices.· Intelligent I/O data mapping in Communicator also allows devices with slow serial communication to be integrated into the parent network
