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Installation Instructions
Cat. No. 1792-IB16LP
This 1792 ArmorBlock I/O block module (Cat. No. 1792-IB16LP)
contains I/O circuits, a built-in power supply, and a built-in DeviceNet
I/O adapter. Because of its sealed housing, this 1792 I/O block requires
no enclosure. It is compatible with PLC or SLC programmable
controllers using DeviceNet scanners. The I/O values are accessible
from the PLC or SLC programmable controller data table.
This ArmorBlock-LP module has no switches to set. You set module
parameters using the DeviceNet Manager Software (cat. no. 1787-MGR)
or similar configuration tool.
Contents
This box contains:
• 1 ArmorBlock–LP module
• Package containing 10 write-on indicator tabs, and 7 micro caps
• 1 DeviceNet right hand aluminum T-port tap (part number 97042401)
• Installation Instructions
European Union Directive Compliance
If this product is installed within the European Union or EEA regions
and has the CE mark, the following regulations apply.
EMC Directive
This apparatus is tested to meet Council Directive 89/336/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).
The product described in this manual is intended for use in an industrial
environment.
ArmorBlock is a trademark of Allen-Bradley Co. Inc.
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ArmorBlock-LP 16 Input Module2
Low Voltage Directive
This apparatus is also designed to meet Council Directive 73/23/EEC
Low Voltage, by applying the safety requirements of EN 61131–2
Programmable Controllers, Part 2 – Equipment Requirements and Tests.
For specific information that the above norm requires, see the
appropriate sections in this manual, as well as the following
Allen-Bradley publications:
• Industrial Automation Wiring and Grounding Guidelines for Noise
Immunity, publication 1770-4.1
• Automation Systems Catalog, publication B111
Install Your ArmorBlock Module
Installation of the ArmorBlock module consists of:
• setting the node address and communication rate in the ArmorBlock
module
• mounting the ArmorBlock module
• connecting the wiring
• communicating with your module
Set the Node Address
Each ArmorBlock comes with its internal program set for node address
63 and a communication rate of 125Kbps. To set the node address and
communication rate, you need the following:
• host computer with DeviceNet Manager Software (or similar
configuration software tool)
• 1770-KFD RS-232 module (or similar interface)
• suitable cables to connect the 1770-KFD to your module and to
connect the 1770-KFD to your host computer
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ArmorBlock-LP 16 Input Module
Set up a system (as shown below) to communicate with your
ArmorBlock module to set the node address and communication rate to
meet your system requirements.
Power from 9V dc power supply adapter
1770-KFD
RS-232 module
Host computer with
DeviceNetManager
software
Power Supply
Open style connector
to sealed mini–connector
30194–M
Mount the ArmorBlock Module
Mount the block module directly to the machine or device. Complete
mounting dimensions are shown below.
3
Mounting Dimensions
1.8
1.5
(45)
(38)
1.4
2.4
(36)
(60)
Inches
(Millimeters)
Use 3 #8 (4mm) screws to mount block
2.0
(51)
4.2
(107)
2
B
A
B
A
1
1.25
(32)
1.0
(25.5)
1.1
(27)
6
B
A
B
A
5
(27)
B
A
B
A
34
1.1
1.1
(27)
8
B
A
B
A
7
1.3
(33)
0.18
(4.5)
1.5
(39)
6.0
(152)
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