IC694BEM331B

Product Overview

IC694BEM331B is a GE Fanuc Genius Bus Controller for PACSystems RX3i, enabling communication with Genius I/O serial bus devices, VersaMax, Field Control I/O, PLCs with Genius Bus, and Genius Hand-Held Monitors.

Data Exchange

• Device exchange: 128 bytes per Genius I/O device

• Global data: Up to 128 bytes per bus review, broadcast spontaneously

• Multiple controllers: Up to 8 Genius bus controllers in one system

Fault and Diagnostic Management

• Automatic fault reporting from Genius blocks and connected devices

• CPU reads diagnostic messages routinely

• Fault display possible in fault table with programming software

• LED indicators show operating status

Bus Communication

• Cabling: Single twisted pair with shield, Twinax, fiber optic, or modems

• Maximum bus lengths: 7800 ft @ 4Kbaud, 4500 ft @ 76.8Kbaud, 3500 ft @ 153.6Kbaud, 2000 ft @ 153.6Kbaud standard

• Max devices: 32 per bus (except 16 at 38.4Kbaud)

• Supports daisy chaining with multiple devices and series

Compatibility

• Firmware requirement: RX3i Genius bus controller v1.5 or higher

• Handheld monitor: No direct connector, can interconnect via controller

• System integration: Supports Genius I/O blocks, remote drops, VersaMax, Field Control I/O, and other Genius-enabled PLCs

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