GE 90-30 PLC User manual

I/OPEN*
Programmable ControlProducts
Series90*-30 PLC
LONWORKS*Bus Interface Module
User'sManual
GFK-1322 January 2010

GFL-002
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
as Used in this Publication
Warning
Warning notices are used in this publication to emphasize that hazardous voltages,
currents, temperatures, or other conditions that could cause personal injury exist in this
equipment or may be associated with its use.
In situations where inattention could cause either personal injury or damage to equipment,
a Warning notice is used.
Caution
Caution notices are used where equipment might be damaged if care is not taken.
Note: Notes merely call attention to information that is especially significant to
understanding and operating the equipment.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. While efforts
have been made to be accurate, the information contained herein does not purport to cover all
details or variations in hardware or software, nor to provide for every possible contingency in
connection with installation, operation, or maintenance. Features may be described herein
which are not present in all hardware and software systems. GE Intelligent Platforms assumes
no obligation of notice to holders of this document with respect to changes subsequently made.
GE Intelligent Platforms makes no representation or warranty, expressed, implied, or statutory
with respect to, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, sufficiency, or
usefulness of the information contained herein. No warranties of merchantability or fitness for
purpose shall apply.
* indicates a trademark of GE Intelligent Platforms, Inc. and/or its affiliates. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
©Copyright 2009 GE Intelligent Platforms, Inc.
All Rights Reserved

Support
Technical Support
If you purchased this product through an Authorized Channel Partner, please contact them directly.
General Contact Information
Online Technical Support and GlobalCare: 1Hwww.ge-ip.com/support
Additional information:2H 3Hwww.ge-ip.com
Technical Support
If you have technical problems that cannot be resolved with the information in this guide, please
contact us by telephone or email, or on the web at 4Hwww.ge-ip.com/support
Americas
Online Technical Support: 5H6Hwww.ge-ip.com/support
Phone: [phone]
International Americas Direct Dial: 1-434-978-5100
Technical Support Email: 7H8Hsuppor[email protected]
Customer Care Email: [e-mail]
Primary language of support: English
Europe, the Middle East, and Africa
Online Technical Support: 11H12Hwww.ge-ip.com/support
Phone: [phone]
Technical Support Email: [e-mail]
Customer Care Email: 15H16Hcust[email protected]
Primary languages of support: English, French, German, Italian, Czech, Spanish
Asia Pacific
Online Technical Support: 17H18Hwww.ge-ip.com/support
Phone: [phone]
[phone] (India, Indonesia, and Pakistan)
Technical Support Email: 19H20H[email protected] (China)
21H22H[email protected] (Japan)
23H24H[email protected] (remaining Asia customers)
Customer Care Email: 25H26H[email protected]
27H[email protected] (China)

Preface
GFK-1322A v
This manual describes the features and operation of the Series 90™ PLC LONWORKS®Bus
Interface Module (PE693BEM350, 351, and 352). It also provides the configuration and
programming information needed to complete the interface between a Series 90-30 programmable
logic controller (PLC) and a LONWORKS network.
Contentof this Manual
Chapter 1. Module Overview: Provides overviews of the LONWORKS Bus Interface Module
(LBIM) and the Echelon®LONWORKS network.
Chapter 2. Operation: Describes the operation of the LBIM.
Chapter 3. Hardware Installation: Explains how to install an LBIM in a Series 90 rack.
Provides recommendations for connecting an LBIM node to a LONWORKS network.
Chapter 4. Configuration: Explains how to configure the module network interface and set
configuration parameters. Describes network binding.
Chapter 5. Troubleshooting: Lists problem symptoms and corrective actions. Describes the use
of Valid bits for network variables.
Appendix A. Specifications: Lists physical specifications and electrical and environmental
requirements.
Appendix B: Standard Network Variable Types: Lists the Standard Network Variable Types
supported by the LBIM as of the time this manual was published. (Refer to the most recent version
of The SNVT Master List and Programmer’s Guide — 005-0027-01 — for a current listing.)
Appendix C. Configuration File Specifications: Contains reference information pertaining to
the files that are created by the configuration software.
Appendix D. Glossary: Provides definitions of acronyms and terminology.
Appendix Q. Quick Start Guide. Describes the steps necessary to get your LBIM up and running
quickly. To use this guide, you should have a working knowledge of LONWORKS network
technology and GE Series 90-30 PLCs.
Echelon, Neuron, LONTALK, and LONWORKS are registered trademarks of Echelon Corporation.
™ Logicmaster and Series 90 are trademarks of GE corporation.

Preface
viSeries 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
RelatedPublications
For more information about GE Series 90 PLCs and related products, refer to the following:
Series 90™-30 Programmable Controller Installation Manual (GFK-0356)
Logicmaster™90 Series 90-30/20/Micro Programming Software User’s Manual
(GFK-0466).
Series 90™-30/20/Micro Programmable Controllers Reference Manual (GFK-0467).
Series 90™-30, 70, PLC Products, Genius ®I/O Products, Field Control™Distributed I/O
& Control Products, GE Product Approvals, Standards, General Specifications
(GFK-0867B or later)
Information about LONWORKS networks can be found in the following documents, which are
available from Echelon Corporation and on the World Wide Web at www.echelon.com.
LONWORKS Installation Overview (005-0006-01)
Enhanced Media Access Control with Echelon’s LONTALK Protocol (005-0001-01)
LONTALK Response Time Measurements (005-0010-01)
LONTALK Protocol (005-0017-01)
The SNVT Master List and Programmer’s Guide and The SCPT Master List (005-0027-01)
Junction Box and Wiring Guidelines for Twisted Pair LONWORKS Networks (005-0023-01)
Optimizing LONTALK Response Time (005-0011-01)
LONMARK Layers 1—6 Interoperability Guidelines (078-0014-01)
LONMARK Application Layer Interoperability Guidelines (078-0120-01)

Contents
GFK-1322A vii
Chapter 1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-1
LONWORKS Network Overview ....................................................................................1-3
Bus Interface Module Overview ....................................................................................1-5
Controls and Indicators...........................................................................................1-6
Connectors .............................................................................................................1-7
Functional Characteristics.......................................................................................1-8
Configuration .........................................................................................................1-8
Diagnostics.............................................................................................................1-8
What You Need to Operate the Bus Interface Module....................................................1-9
Chapter 2 Operation......................................................................................................... 2-1
Overview of Operation..................................................................................................2-2
Architecture............................................................................................................2-2
Operating Modes ....................................................................................................2-4
Powerup Sequence........................................................................................................2-4
Sweep Operation...........................................................................................................2-6
Chapter 3 Hardware Installation..................................................................................... 3-1
Rack Location for the Bus Interface Module..................................................................3-2
Module Installation and Removal ..................................................................................3-3
Module Installation.................................................................................................3-3
Module Removal.....................................................................................................3-3
Network Installation......................................................................................................3-4
Network Wiring Guidelines.....................................................................................3-4
Terminating the Network ........................................................................................3-4
Connecting a Programmer.............................................................................................3-6
Chapter 4 Configuring the LBIM.................................................................................... 4-1
Overview......................................................................................................................4-2
Using the LBIM Configuration Software.......................................................................4-4
Installation and Startup...........................................................................................4-4
Editing a Configuration...........................................................................................4-5
Module Configuration...........................................................................................4-6
Reference Configuration.....................................................................................4-11
Field Definitions..........................................................................................4-11
Defining Variables.............................................................................................. 4-13
Menu Commands................................................................................................4-18
File Menu ....................................................................................................4-20
Tools Menu..................................................................................................4-20
Binding Network Variables .........................................................................................4-23

Contents
viii Series 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 5-1
Startup and Configuration.............................................................................................5-2
Valid Bits .....................................................................................................................5-3
Wink Function..............................................................................................................5-3
Appendix A Specifications...................................................................................................A-1
Module Specifications..................................................................................................A-2
Power Requirements .............................................................................................. A-2
Environmental Requirements..................................................................................A-2
Agency Approvals ................................................................................................. A-2
Microprocessor Configuration................................................................................ A-3
Interface Specifications................................................................................................A-4
Serial Communications Protocol ............................................................................A-4
Network Communications......................................................................................A-4
Series 90-30 Backplane Interface ........................................................................... A-4
Appendix B Standard Network Variable Types.................................................................B-1
Appendix C Configuration File Specifications....................................................................C-1
Network Interface and PLC Mapping........................................................................... C-1
Network Variable Parameter Configuration.................................................................. C-2
Configuration Parameter Types.................................................................................... C-4
Appendix D Glossary...........................................................................................................D-1
Commonly Used Acronyms and Abbreviations .............................................................D-2
Glossary of Terms........................................................................................................D-3
Appendix E Quick Start Guide.......................................................................................... Q-1
Module Description......................................................................................................Q-2
Functional Characteristics......................................................................................Q-2
Controls and Indicators..........................................................................................Q-4
Connectors ............................................................................................................Q-5
Diagnostics............................................................................................................Q-5
What You Need to Operate the Bus Interface Module...................................................Q-6
Hardware Installation and Powerup..............................................................................Q-7
Module Configuration/Network Installation..................................................................Q-8
PLC Configuration.....................................................................................................Q-11
Summary...................................................................................................................Q-12

Contents
GFK-1322A Contents ix
Figure 1-1. Sample LONWORKS Network Configuration..........................................................................1-2
Figure 1-2. Topology Examples...............................................................................................................1-4
Figure 1-3. Series 90 PLC LONWORKS Bus Interface Module..................................................................1-5
Figure 2-1. Overview of Bus Interface Module Operation.........................................................................2-3
Figure 2-2. Bus Interface Module Powerup Sequence...............................................................................2-5
Figure 3-1. Module Installation................................................................................................................3-3
Figure 3-2. Module Removal ...................................................................................................................3-3
Figure 3-3. Cabling for Bus and Loop Networks......................................................................................3-5
Figure 3-4. Connections for LBIM Configuration.....................................................................................3-6
Figure 3-5. Computer to LONWORKS Network Connections for LBIM Configuration...............................3-7
Figure 4-1. Example: Determining What Network Variable Types are Needed..........................................4-2
Figure 4-2. Example: Assigning Network Variables Types to the LBIM and PLC Registers......................4-3
Figure 4-3. Example: Installing the LBIM in the Network and Binding the Variables..............................4-23
Figure Q-1. Sample Network Configuration............................................................................................Q-3
Figure Q-2. Example: Identifying the Network Variables Needed to Interface with the PLC .....................Q-8
Figure Q-3. Example: Assigning Network Variables to the Module and the PLC Registers.......................Q-9
Figure Q-4. Example: Installing the Module in the Network and Binding the Variables ..........................Q-10

Contents
x Series 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
Table 1-1. Bus Interface Module Products ...............................................................................................1-1
Table 1-2. Supported Topologies .............................................................................................................1-3
Table 1-3. LBIM Controls and Indicators.................................................................................................1-6
Table 1-4. LBIM Connectors...................................................................................................................1-7
Table 1-5. Pin Assignments for RS-422 Port............................................................................................1-7
Table 1-6. LBIM Functional Characteristics ............................................................................................1-8
Table 1-7. Compatible CPU Models and Logicmaster 90 Software Versions...........................................1-10
Table 1-8. Choosing a Network Binding Tool.........................................................................................1-10
Table 1-9. Network Interface Configuration...........................................................................................1-10
Table 4-1. Configuration Editor Fields...................................................................................................4-10
Table 4-2. Network Variable Fields in the Network Variable Editor........................................................4-17
Table 4-3. Configurable Network Image Parameters ..............................................................................4-24
Table 5-1. Troubleshooting......................................................................................................................5-2
Table B-1. SNVTs Supported by the Bus Interface Module..................................................................... B-1
Table C-1. Network Variable Definition File........................................................................................... C-1
Table C-2. Configuration Parameter Value File....................................................................................... C-2
Table C-3. Configuration Parameter Template File ................................................................................. C-2
Standard Table C-4. Configuration Memory Budget................................................................................ C-2
Table C-5. PLC I/O Table Configuration................................................................................................ C-3
Table C-5. - Continued........................................................................................................................... C-4
Table Q-1. Compatible CPU Models and Logicmaster 90 Software Versions...........................................Q-6
Table Q-2. Choosing a Network Binding Tool.........................................................................................Q-6

GFK-1322A 1-1
Overview
The Series 90 PLC LONWORKS Bus Interface Module (LBIM) provides an interface between the
GE Series 90-30 PLC (programmable logic controller) and an Echelon LONWORKS
network. The LBIM maps network variables into specific PLC register locations. It can support up
to 244 network variables (240 can be configured by the user), and map these network variables
into the %I, %Q, %AI, and %AQ PLC memory references. The Module adheres to the LONMARK
Layers 1—6 Interoperability Guidelines (078-0120-01)for the interface to the LONWORKS
network
A LONWORKS network can range in size from two to tens of thousands of devices and can be used
in a wide range of control network applications. LONWORKS technology uses peer-to-peer
architecture, in which intelligent control devices, called nodes, communicate with each other
using the LONTALK®protocol. Each node consists of a physical interface that couples the node
microcontroller with the communications medium, and embedded intelligence that implements
the protocol and performs control functions. Figure 1-1 illustrates a sample network configuration
that uses an LBIM to communicate with a Series 90-30 PLC.
An individual node usually performs a simple task. Devices such as proximity sensors, switches,
relays, and motor drives can be nodes on a network. The network controls the interaction of the
nodes to perform a complex application, such as controlling a manufacturing line or automating a
building.
The LBIM can interface with networks that use twisted pair cabling . The LBIM contains a
transceiver that provides a physical communication interface between the module and a
LONWORKS network. The type of embedded transceiver determines the network topology
supported.
Table 1-1. Bus Interface Module Products
Catalog No. Embedded Transceiver Topologies Supported
PE693BEM350 TP/FT-10 Free
(Bus, Star, Loop, Others,
Combinations)
PE693BEM351 TP/XF-78 Bus/Loop
PE693BEM352 TP/XF-1250 Bus/Loop
The following topics are presented in this chapter:
 LONWORKS Network Overview...................................................................................1-2
 Bus Interface Module Overview..................................................................................1-5
1
Chapter

1-2 Series 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
1
 What You Need to Operate the Bus Interface Module .................................................1-9
NODENODE NODE
LON
BIU I/O I/O
LONTALK
ADAPTOR
Series 90-30
CPU
ROUTER
NODE NODE NODE
I/O DEVICES
I/O DEVICES
CONFIGURATION
PORT
FREE TOPOLOGY NETWORK
SUBNET A
SUBNET B
POWER LINE NETWORK
BIM
Figure 1-1. Sample LONWORKS Network Configuration

GFK-1322A Chapter 1 Overview 1-3
1
LONWORKS Network Overview
A control network consists of intelligent control devices, called nodes, that communicate using a
common protocol. Each node in the network contains embedded intelligence that implements the
protocol and performs control functions. In addition, each node includes a physical interface that
couples the node’s microcontroller with the communications medium.
In a LONWORKS network, the nodes communicate over one or more media such as twisted wire
pair, power line, fiber optic cable, coaxial cable, RF, or infrared. At the heart of each node is the
Neuron®chip which contains the LONTALK protocol, a complete seven-layer communications
protocol that ensures that nodes can interoperate using an efficient and reliable communications
standard. Because Neuron chips can be connected directly to the sensors and outputs that they
supervise, a single Neuron chip will process sensor/output status, execute control algorithms, and
communicate with other Neuron chips.
The LONTALK protocol uses I/O points, known as network variables, to allow devices from
different manufacturers to communicate with each other. Echelon’s Standard Network Variable
Types (SNVTs) provide standard units of measurement for common control quantities, such as
pressure, temperature, and volume. The LBIM supports SNVTs that are less than 32 bytes in
length, and are defined in The SNVT Master List and Programmers Guide (005-0027-01).
The LBIM contains a transceiver that provides a physical communication interface between the
module’s Neuron chip and a LONWORKS network. The LBIM supports bus and loop topologies,
based on the TP/XF-T78 and TP/XF-1250 transceivers, and free topology, based on the TP/FT-10
transceiver. The free topology allows more options for network design. Table 1-2 lists the
topologies supported by each type of LBIM. Figure 1-2 illustrates the supported topologies.
Table 1-2. Supported Topologies
Catalog No. Transceiver Topology Network Characteristics
PE693BEM350 TP/FT-10 Free
(Bus, Star, Loop,
Others, Combinations)
Bit Rate: 78Kbps
Distance: 500m free topology, 2,700m with doubly
terminated bus. Distance can be multiplied with
repeaters.
No. of Nodes: up to 64
Other: Transformer-isolated; high impedance when
unpowered
PE693BEM351 TP/XF-78 Bus/Loop Bit Rate: 1.25Mbps
Distance: 500m (0.3m stubs)
No. of Nodes: up to 64
Other: Transformer-isolated
PE693BEM352 TP/XF-1250 Bus/Loop Bit Rate: 78Kbps
Distance: 2000m (3m stubs)
No. of Nodes: up to 64
Other: Transformer-isolated

1-4 Series 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
1
TT
NNN
N
N
T Termination Network
N Node
SSwitch and Termination Node
(closes loop when activated)
N N
NN
S
Loop
Bus
N N
NN
S
Free
T
NN
N
Figure 1-2. Topology Examples

GFK-1322A Chapter 1 Overview 1-5
1
Bus Interface Module Overview
The LBIM is a standard, rack-mounted Series 90-30 PLC module. (The table on page 1-10 lists
compatible CPUs.) The module plugs easily into the PLC’s backplane or into a remote PLC
baseplate. The latch on the bottom of the module secures it in position.
There are no DIP switches or jumpers to set on the LBIM. It is configured using the IOPEN.EXE
configuration software, provided with the module on floppy disk. Procedures for configuration are
provided in Chapter 4.
PWR
a45599
LONWORKS
Bus
SVC
Interface
Module
OUT
MSG
IN
MSG
SERVICE
COM
PORT
RS-422
N
E
T
W
O
R
K
Figure 1-3. Series 90 PLC LONWORKS Bus Interface Module

1-6 Series 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
1
Controlsand Indicators
The only external control is the SERVICE pushbutton. The LEDs on the front of the LBIM
indicate its operating status.
Table 1-3. LBIM Controls and Indicators
Switch Type Function
SERVICE Momentary contact
pushbutton When pressed, the LBIM’s Neuron chip broadcasts its unique 48- bit Neuron identification code and program identifier to the
LONWORKS network. This function is used to facilitate
installation of the LBIM in the LONWORKS network.
Indicator State Meaning
PWR Lighted (Power) +5 VDC primary power is present at the LBIM’s logic
circuitry.
OUT MSG Flashes briefly (Outbound Message) An update message for a bound network
variable is sent by the LBIM to the LONWORKS network.
Lighted briefly Powerup sequence in process.
The configuration parameter value file or the network variable
bindings are being saved into the flash memory.
Flashes alternately
with IN MSG LED A powerup error has occurred. For troubleshooting information, refer to Chapter 5.
Flashes together with
IN MSG LED LONWORKS wink function implemented. See “Wink Function” in Chapter 5.
IN MSG Flashes briefly (Inbound Message) Flashes briefly (10ms) when an update
message for a bound network variable is received by the LBIM
from the LONWORKS network.
Also lighted briefly during powerup sequence.
Lighted briefly Powerup sequence in process.
The network variable configuration is being saved into the flash
memory.
Flashes alternately
with OUT MSG LED A powerup error has occurred. For troubleshooting information, refer to Chapter 5.
Flashes together with
OUT MSG LED LONWORKS wink function implemented. See “Wink Function” in Chapter 5.
SVC Not lighted Normal operation.
Flashing (Service) The LBIM is in a LONWORKS unconfigured state. (The
LBIM network variables and PLC mapping are configured and it
is waiting for configuration from a network management tool.)
Lighted When SERVICE button is pressed.

GFK-1322A Chapter 1 Overview 1-7
1
Connectors
During normal operation, the only external connection to the LBIM is the network connection to
the two-pin removable header on the front panel. The RJ-45 connector is reserved for easy
connection of network management tools during configuration of the interface and binding of
network variables. The RS-422 serial port is used to update LBIM firmware and is not normally
needed by the user.
Table 1-4. LBIM Connectors
Connector Function Type
NETWORK Connection of network
management tools RJ-45 NetA, NetB
NETWORK Provides LONWORKS network
field connection (NETA, NETB)
using 18-24 AWG (0.86mm2to
0.22mm2) twisted pair wires.
2-pin removable screw terminal
COM PORT RS-422 RS-422 serial port that supports
SNP communications (SNP and
SNPX). Used to update LBIM
firmware. (Does not support
Hand-Held Programmer.)
DB-15, female
Series 90-30 backplane Connection to PLC backplane 24-pin connector
Table 1-5. Pin Assignments for RS-422 Port
Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name
1 Shield 8 CTS (B)
2 No connection 9 RT
3 No connection 10 RD (A)
4 No connection 11 RD (B)
5 No connection 12 SD (A)
6 RTS (A) 13 SD (B)
7 OV 14 RTS (B)
15 CTS (A)

1-8 Series 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
1
FunctionalCharacteristics
Most parameters are supported to the limits of the LONTALK Protocol and the LONWORKS node
limits.
Table 1-6. LBIM Functional Characteristics
Microprocessor Neuron chip running the Microprocessor Interface Program
(MIP) with 80C186 host processor.
Maximum number of network
variables supported by LBIM 244 (240 of these can be configured by user)
The maximum number of network variables depends on the
size and type of the variables, limited by the LBIM’s PLC
register space (2 Kbytes each direction) and the configuration
memory budget.
Standard Network Variable Types
(SNVTs) Supports LONWORKS SNVTs as listed in The SNVT Master
List published by Echelon corporation as of June 1996. Each
network variable must be no more than 31 bytes in length.
PLC memory types supported %I, %Q, %AI, %AQ
Configuration
Configuration of the LBIM consists of defining network variable types and mapping them into the
PLC reference space using the IOPEN configuration software. Network Variable types mapped to
memory types %I or %Q must be of type SNVT_switch, SNVT_lev_disc, or other bit-represented
types. Once the LBIM’s network interface has been configured, network configuration and
binding can be performed as for any other LONWORKS node. Also, after the LBIM’s network
interface has been configured, the Series 90-30 backplane CPU must be set up to recognize the
LBIM as a foreign smart module with a reference map required to implement the network
interface. For details on configuration, refer to Chapter 4.
Diagnostics
The LBIM does not report faults to the PLC. Module errors cause the LBIM to reset. If an
acknowledge NV update command fails, it is up to the destination device to assume that a fault
has occurred. Configuration errors will cause the LBIM to not be mapped.
For troubleshooting and diagnostics information, refer to Chapter 5.

GFK-1322A Chapter 1 Overview 1-9
1
What You Need to Operate the Bus Interface Module
To configure and operate the LBIM, you need:
• A personal computer or laptop computer that runs Microsoft® Windows®software.
• Series 90-30 backplane with CPU module
See Table 1-7 for models that can be used with the LBIM.
• Logicmaster 90 software
Required to configure and program the Series 90-30 PLC. See Table 1-7 for versions that can
be used with the LBIM.
• LONWORKS network binding tool
Many third-party network management software packages that include network binding tools
are available. (See Table 1-8 for suggestions.)
• IOPEN network interface configuration software: (for Microsoft Windows) This software is
provided on the utility disk supplied with the LBIM.
• A LONTALK adapter and a device driver (See Table 1-9 for the adapter types that can be used
by each model of LBIM.)
This is required to run the network interface configuration software.
®Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.

1-10 Series 90™-30 PLC LONWORKS® Bus Interface Module User's Manual–June 1997 GFK-1322A
1
Table 1-7. Compatible CPU Models and Logicmaster 90 Software Versions
CPU Models
IC693CPU___ CPU Firmware Logicmaster 90 Software IC641SWP___
311S
331T
313H
323H
340B
341K
release 5.0 or later (release 5.0 or later)
301R
306K
311A
351AA release 6.0 or later (release 6.0 or later)
301S
306L
311A
351AB release 6.02 or later (release 6.0 or later)
In each case, later models or versions can be used.
Table 1-8. Choosing a Network Binding Tool
Third-party network
management tools • LONMAKER from Echelon
• ICELAN-G from Intelligent Energy Corporation
• MetraVision from Metra Corporation
• others
Considerations • How well it handles nodes that have a large number of network
variables
• Ability to handle Standard Configuration Parameter Types
(SCPT) and load these values using LONTALK File Transfer
Table 1-9. Network Interface Configuration
LBIM Model LONTALK Adapter
and Configuration Utility Cables
PE693BEM350
(free topology type) SLTA NodeUtil utility RS-232
PCLTA card
NodeUtil utility none
PCMIA card (PCC-10) none
PE693BEM351
PE693BEM352 SLTA NodeUtil utility RS-232
(bus/loop topology types) PCLTA card
NodeUtil utility none