Rockwell Automation 9904-RPFM User Manual

Installation Instructions

ControlNet Modular Repeater
Medium Distance Fiber Module

Cat. Nos. 9904-RPFM

Use this document as a guide when you install a ControlNet™ repeater fiber module for
medium distances. This document contains:

Topic: Page:

Important User Information 2

EMC Directive 3

Low Voltage Directive 3

Fiber Optic Safety Statements 3

About the Fiber Module 4

Mount the Fiber Module 5

Remove the Protective Caps 8

Choose Fiber Cable Types 9

Estimate Cable Lengths 9

Specifications for 9904-RPFM Fiber Optic Cable 10

Connect the Fiber Cable 11

Example Topology 12

Status Indicators 13

Mounting Dimensions 14

Specifications 15

Hazardous Location Approval 16

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ATTENTION

!

Important User Information

Because of the variety of uses for the products described in this publication, those
responsible for the application and use of this control equipment must satisfy
themselves that all necessary steps have been taken to assure that each application
and use meets all performance and safety requirements, including and applicable
laws, regulations codes and standards.

The illustrations, charts, sample programs and layout examples shown in this guide
are intended solely for purposes of example. Since there are many variables and
requirements associated with any particular installation we do not assume
responsibility or liability (to include intellectual property liability) for actual use
based upon the examples shown in this publication.

NEMA Standards Publication No. ICS 1.1-1987, Safety Guidelines for the Application,
Installation, and Maintenance of Solid State Control, describes some important
differences between solid-state equipment and electromechanical devices that
should be taken into consideration when applying products such as those
described in this publication.

Throughout this document we use notes to make you aware of safety
considerations:

Identifies information about practices or
circumstances that can lead to personal
injury or death, property damage or
economic loss.

Attention statements help you to:

• identify a hazard

• avoid a hazard

• recognize the consequences

IMPORTANT

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Identifies information that is critical for successful application
and understanding of the product.

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ATTENTION

!

European Communities (EC) Directive Compliance

If this product has the CE mark it is approved for installation within the European
Union and EEA regions. It has been designed and tested to meet the following
directives.

EMC Directive

This product is tested to meet the Council Directive 89/336/EC Electromagnetic
Compatibility (EMC) by applying the following standards, in whole or in part,
documented in a technical construction file:

• EN 50081-2 EMC — Generic Emission Standard, Part 2 — Industrial

Environment

• EN 5001082-2 EMC — Generic Immunity Standard, Part 2 — Industrial

Environment

This product is intended for use in an industrial environment.

Low Voltage Directive

This product is tested 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. This equipment is classified as open
equipment and must be mounted in an enclosure during operation to provide
safety protection.

Fiber Optic Safety Statements

Do not look directly into the fiber ports. Light levels will cause
damage to your eyesight.

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About the Fiber Module

Use this module when a medium-distance (distances of 3000m/ 9843ft) fiber link is
required between two ControlNet products. This fiber link provides ground
isolation between nodes and is less susceptible to noisy environments than

traditional copper media.

IMPORTANT

The distance that can be supported is dependent on the quality
of the fiber, number of splices, and connectors. The total loss of
the fiber link must be less than 13.3 dB.

The module provides:

• two fiber channels

• activity LED indicators for each fiber channel

Figure 1 Components of the Module

Indicators

Protective caps

Channel 1 fiber port

Module locking tab

The left side of the modules (not shown here) also contains a backplane connector

Channel 2 fiber port

Right-side
backplane
connector with
protective cover

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Mount the Fiber Module

To mount the module on the DIN rail:

o

1. Position the module on a 35 x 7.5mm DIN rail at a 30

2. Hook the lip on the rear of the module onto the top of the DIN rail, and

rotate the module onto the rail.

angle.

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