Spectrum Controls 1769 User manual

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Important Notes
1. Please read all the information in this owner’s guide before installing the
product.
2. The information in this owner's guide applies to hardware Series A and
firmware version 1.00 or later.
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relevant processor.
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examination is determined, to the satisfaction of Spectrum Controls, Inc. to be
thus defective.
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Table of Contents
IMPORTANT NOTES ............................................................................................................................................... II
CHAPTER 1 MODULE OVERVIEW......................................................................................................................... 1-1
SECTION 1.1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION ............................................................................................................................. 1-1
1.1.1 Thermocouple/mV Inputs and Ranges..................................................................................................... 1-1
1.1.2 Data Formats ........................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.1.3 Filter Frequencies ..................................................................................................................................... 1-2
1.1.4 Hardware Features .................................................................................................................................. 1-2
1.1.5 General Diagnostic Features .................................................................................................................... 1-3
SECTION 1.2 SYSTEM OVERVIEW................................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.2.1 System Operation..................................................................................................................................... 1-3
1.2.2 Module Operation.................................................................................................................................... 1-3
CHAPTER 2 INSTALLATION AND WIRING............................................................................................................. 2-1
SECTION 2.1 BEFORE YOU BEGIN ................................................................................................................................. 2-1
SECTION 2.2 REQUIRED TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT ............................................................................................................. 2-1
SECTION 2.3 COMPLIANCE TO EUROPEAN UNION DIRECTIVES ............................................................................................ 2-1
2.3.1 EMC Directive........................................................................................................................................... 2-1
2.3.2 Low Voltage Directive .............................................................................................................................. 2-2
SECTION 2.4 CE SAFETY ....................................................................................................ERROR!BOOKMARK NOT DEFINED.
SECTION 2.5POWER REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................ 2-2
SECTION 2.6 GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS........................................................................................................................ 2-2
2.6.1 Hazardous Location Considerations......................................................................................................... 2-2
2.6.2 Prevent Electrical Discharge..................................................................................................................... 2-3
2.6.3 Remove Power ......................................................................................................................................... 2-4
2.6.4 Selecting a Location ................................................................................................................................. 2-4
Reducing Noise................................................................................................................................................................ 2-4
Power Supply Distance .................................................................................................................................................... 2-4
SECTION 2.7MOUNTING............................................................................................................................................. 2-5
2.7.1 Minimum Spacing .................................................................................................................................... 2-5
2.7.2 Parts List..................................................................................................................................................... 2-6
2.7.3 Panel Mounting........................................................................................................................................ 2-8
Panel Mounting Using the Dimensional Template .......................................................................................................... 2-9
Panel Mounting Procedure Using Modules as a Template.............................................................................................. 2-9
2.7.4 DIN Rail Mounting.................................................................................................................................. 2-10
2.7.5 Replacing a Single Module within a System........................................................................................... 2-10
SECTION 2.8 WIRING THE MODULE ............................................................................................................................ 2-10
General.......................................................................................................................................................................... 2-10
Terminal Block............................................................................................................................................................... 2-11
Grounding ..................................................................................................................................................................... 2-11
Noise Prevention ........................................................................................................................................................... 2-12
2.8.2 Terminal Door Label............................................................................................................................... 2-12
2.8.3 Removing and Replacing the Terminal Block......................................................................................... 2-12
2.8.4 Wiring the Finger Safe Terminal Block................................................................................................... 2-13
Wire Size and Terminal Screw Torque........................................................................................................................... 2-14

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Wiring Diagram ............................................................................................................................................................. 2-16
SECTION 2.9 COLD JUNCTION COMPENSATION .............................................................................................................. 2-16
SECTION 2.10 CALIBRATION....................................................................................................................................... 2-17
CHAPTER 3 MODULE DATA, STATUS, AND CHANNEL CONFIGURATION .............................................................. 3-1
SECTION 3.1 MODULE MEMORY MAP........................................................................................................................... 3-1
SECTION 3.2 CONFIGURING CHANNELS .......................................................................................................................... 3-2
3.2.1 Configuration Data File ............................................................................................................................ 3-2
3.2.2 Channel Configuration ............................................................................................................................. 3-3
UNUSED ................................................................................................................................................................. 3-3
CHANNEL DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................................ 3-3
3.2.3 Enabling or Disabling a Channel (Bit 15).................................................................................................. 3-4
3.2.4 Selecting Data Formats (Bits 12 through 14) ........................................................................................... 3-5
Raw/Proportional Data ................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Engineering Units x1........................................................................................................................................................ 3-6
Engineering Units ×10 ..................................................................................................................................................... 3-6
Scaled for PID .................................................................................................................................................................. 3-6
Percent Range ................................................................................................................................................................. 3-6
3.2.5 Selecting Input Type (Bits 8 through 11) .................................................................................................. 3-6
3.2.6 Selecting Temperature Units (Bit 7) ......................................................................................................... 3-7
3.2.7 Determining Open-Circuit Response (Bits 6 and 5) .................................................................................. 3-7
3.2.8 Display CJC Data (Bit 4) ............................................................................................................................ 3-8
3.2.9 Selecting Input Filter Frequency (Bits 0 through 2) .................................................................................. 3-8
Effects of Filter Frequency on Noise Rejection................................................................................................................ 3-8
Cut-Off Frequency ........................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Repeatability ................................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
Module Update Time ...................................................................................................................................................... 3-9
SECTION 3.3 INPUT IMAGE FILE .................................................................................................................................. 3-11
SECTION 3.4 INPUT DATA FILE.................................................................................................................................... 3-11
3.4.1 Input Data Values................................................................................................................................... 3-11
3.4.2 General Status Bits (S0 to S7)................................................................................................................. 3-11
Input Data Not Valid Condition ..................................................................................................................................... 3-11
3.4.3 Open-Circuit Flag Bits (OC0 to OC7)....................................................................................................... 3-12
3.4.4 Over-Range Flag Bits (O0 to O7) ............................................................................................................ 3-12
3.4.5 Under Range Flag Bits (U0 to U7) .......................................................................................................... 3-12
CHAPTER 4 DIAGNOSTICS AND TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................................................... 4-1
SECTION 4.1 SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS.......................................................................................................................... 4-1
4.1.1 Indicator Lights ........................................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.1.2 Stand Clear of Equipment ........................................................................................................................ 4-1
4.1.3 Program Alteration .................................................................................................................................. 4-1
4.1.4 Safety Circuits........................................................................................................................................... 4-2
SECTION 4.2 MODULE OPERATION VS.CHANNEL OPERATION............................................................................................ 4-2
SECTION 4.3 POWER-UP DIAGNOSTICS .......................................................................................................................... 4-2
SECTION 4.4 CHANNEL DIAGNOSTICS............................................................................................................................. 4-2
4.4.1 Invalid Channel Configuration Detection ................................................................................................. 4-3
4.4.2 Over or Under Range Detection ............................................................................................................... 4-3

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4.4.3 Open Circuit Detection ............................................................................................................................. 4-3
SECTION 4.5 NON-CRITICAL VS.CRITICAL MODULE ERRORS ............................................................................................... 4-3
SECTION 4.6 MODULE ERROR DEFINITION TABLE............................................................................................................. 4-4
4.6.1 Module Error Field.................................................................................................................................... 4-4
4.6.2 Extended Error Information Field............................................................................................................. 4-4
Hardware Errors .............................................................................................................................................................. 4-5
Configuration Errors ........................................................................................................................................................ 4-5
SECTION 4.7 ERROR CODES ......................................................................................................................................... 4-5
SECTION 4.8 MODULE INHIBIT FUNCTION....................................................................................................................... 4-6
APPENDIX A SPECIFICATIONS..............................................................................................................................A-1
APPENDIX B USING THERMOCOUPLE JUNCTIONS...............................................................................................B-1
SECTION B.1 USING A GROUNDED JUNCTION THERMOCOUPLE ........................................................................................... B-1
SECTION B.2 USING AN UNGROUNDED (ISOLATED)JUNCTION THERMOCOUPLE ..................................................................... B-2
SECTION B.3 USING AN EXPOSED JUNCTION THERMOCOUPLE............................................................................................. B-3
APPENDIX C MODULE CONFIGURATION USING MICROLOGIX 1500 AND RSLOGIX 500 ....................................... C-1
SECTION C.1 MODULE ADDRESSING .............................................................................................................................. C-1
C.1.1 1769sc-IT6I Configuration File ................................................................................................................. C-2
SECTION C.2 CONFIGURING THE 1769SC-IT6I IN A MICROLOGIX 1500 SYSTEM.................................................................... C-2
APPENDIX D CONFIGURING THE IT6I FOR COMPACTLOGIX CONTROLLERS IN RSLOGIX 5000..............................D-1
SECTION D.3 CONFIGURING I/O MODULES..................................................................................................................... D-4
SECTION D.4 CONFIGURING A 1769SC-IT6I ISOLATED THERMOCOUPLE MODULE.................................................................. D-5
APPENDIX E CONFIGURING THE IT6I TO BE USED WITH A 1769-ADN DEVICENET ADAPTER ............................... E-1
SECTION E.5 CONFIGURING THE 1769SC-IT6I................................................................................................................. E-3

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Preface
Read this preface to familiarize yourself with the rest of the manual. This preface
covers the following topics:
•Who should use this manual
•How to use this manual
•Related documentation
•Technical support
•Documentation
•Conventions used in this manual
Who Should
Use This Manual
Use this manual if you are responsible for designing, installing, programming, or
troubleshooting control systems that use Allen-Bradley I/O and/or compatible
controllers, such as the MicroLogix 1500 and the CompactLogix system.
How to Use
This Manual
As much as possible, we organized this manual to explain, in a task-by-task
manner, how to install, configure, program, operate and troubleshoot a control
system using the 1769sc-IT6I.
Related
Documentation
The table below provides a listing of publications that contain important
information about Allen-Bradley PLC systems.
Document Title Document Number
MicroLogix™ 1500 User Manual 1764-UM001A-US-P
1769 Compact Discrete Input/Output Modules
Product Data
1769-2.1
MicroLogix™ 1500 System Overview 1764-SO001B-EN-P
Compact™ I/O System Overview 1769-SO001A-EN-P
CompactLogix User Manual 1769-UM007B-EN-P
Allen-Bradley Programmable Controller
Grounding and Wiring Guidelines
1770-4.1

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Technical
Support
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Documentation
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Conventions
Used in This
Manual
The following conventions are used throughout this manual:
•Bulleted lists (like this one) provide information not procedural steps.
•Numbered lists provide sequential steps or hierarchical information.
•Italic type is used for emphasis
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personal injury or death, property damage, or economic loss. These
messages help you to identify a hazard, avoid a hazard, and recognize the
consequences.
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Attention » vous aident à identifier un danger, à éviter ce danger et en
discerner les conséquences.
NOTE
Identifies information that is critical for successful application and
understanding of the product.

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Chapter 1
Module Overview
This chapter describes the 1769sc-IT6I and the conformally coated 1769sc-IT6IK
Isolated Thermocouple/mV input modules and explain how the modules read
thermocouple or millivolt analog input data. Other than the conformal coating,
both modules are identical so all information applicable to the 1769sc-IT6I also
applies to the K version. The following section covers:
•The module’s hardware and diagnostic features
•An overview of system and module operation
•Compatibility
Section 1.1
General
Description
The isolated thermocouple/mV input module supports thermocouple and
millivolt signal measurement. It digitally converts and stores thermocouple
and/or millivolt analog data from any combination of up to six thermocouple or
millivolt analog sensors. Each input channel is individually configurable via
software for a specific input device, data format and filter frequency, and
provides open-circuit, over-range and under-range detection and indication.
1.1.1 Thermocouple/mV Inputs and Ranges
The table below defines thermocouple types and their associated full-scale
temperature ranges. The second table lists the millivolt analog input signal
ranges that each channel will support. To determine the practical temperature
range your thermocouple supports, see the specifications in Appendix A.
Thermocouple Type Temperature Range (
°
C) Temperature Range (
°
F)
J -210 to 1200 -346 to 2192
K -270 to 1370 -454 to 2498
T -270 to 400 -454 to 752
E -270 to 1000 -454 to 1832
R 0 to 1768 32 to 3214
S 0 to 1768 32 to 3214
B 300 to 1820 572 to 3308
N -210 to 1300 -346 to 2372
C 0 to 2315 32 to 4199
L -200 to 900 -328 to 1652

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Millivolt Input Type Range
±50 mV -50 to 50 mV
±100 mV -100 to 100 mV
1.1.2 Data Formats
The data can be configured on board each module as:
•Engineering units ×1
•Engineering units ×10
•Scaled-for-PID
•Percent of full-scale
•Raw/proportional data
1.1.3 Filter Frequencies
The module uses a digital filter that provides high frequency noise rejection for
the input signals. The filter is programmable, allowing you to select from six
different filter frequencies for each channel:
•4.17 Hz
•10 Hz
•16.7 Hz
•19.6 Hz
•62 Hz
•470 Hz
1.1.4 Hardware Features
The module contains a removable terminal block. Channels are wired as
differential inputs. Two cold junction compensation (CJC) sensors are attached
to the terminal block to enable accurate readings from each channel. These
sensors compensate for offset voltages introduced into the input signal as a result
of the cold-junction where the thermocouple wires are connected to the module.
Module configuration is normally done via the controller’s programming
software. In addition, some controllers support configuration via the user
program. In either case, the module configuration is stored in the memory of the
controller. Refer to your controller’s user manual for more information.

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1.1.5 General Diagnostic Features
The module contains a diagnostic LED that helps you identify the source of
problems that may occur during power-up or during normal channel operation.
The LED indicates both status and power. Power-up and channel diagnostics are
explained in Chapter 4, Diagnostics and Troubleshooting.
Section 1.2
System Overview
The modules communicate to the controller through the bus interface. The
modules also receive 5 and 24V dc power through the bus interface.
1.2.1 System Operation
At power-up, the module performs a check of its internal circuits, memory, and
basic functions. During this time, the module status LED remains off. If no
faults are found during power-up diagnostics, the module status LED is turned
on.
After power-up checks are complete, the module waits for valid channel
configuration data. If an invalid configuration is detected, the module generates
a configuration error. Once a channel is properly configured and enabled, it
continuously converts the thermocouple or millivolt input to a value within the
range selected for that channel.
Each time a channel is read by the input module, that data value is tested by the
module for an over-range, under-range, open-circuit, or “input data not valid”
condition. If such a condition is detected, a unique bit is set in the channel status
word. The channel status word is described in Input Data File on page 3-11.
Using the module image table, the controller reads the two’s complement binary
converted thermocouple or millivolt data from the module. This typically occurs
at the end of the program scan or when commanded by the control program. If
the controller and the module determine that the data transfer has been made
without error, the data is used in the control program.
1.2.2 Module Operation
When the module receives a differential input from an analog device, the
module’s circuitry multiplexes the input into an A/D converter. The converter
reads the signal and converts it as required for the type of input. The module also
continuously samples the CJC sensors and compensates for temperature changes
at the terminal block cold junction, between the thermocouple wire and the input
channel. See the block diagram below.

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BACKPLANE
CONNECTOR
3.3V
POWER
TERMINAL
BLOCK
710Vdc for one minute Field
to Backplane Isolation
710Vdc for one minute
Channel to Channel Isolation
x6 isolated channels
20-bit ADC,
Reference, Mux,
and
Programmable
Gain In-Amp
TC input
Thermocouple
INPUT+
Thermocouple
INPUT-
5V to 3.3V
Isolated
5V to 5V
power
+
Digital
Isolators
CJC
INPUT+
CJC
INPUT-
CJC Input
Channels 1 and 6 only
RS-485
BUS
24V to 5V
(analog)
5V Analog
POWER
Processor
w/ Flash and
SRAM
Mercury
ASIC
Each channel can receive input signals from a thermocouple or millivolt analog
input device, depending upon how you configured the channel.
When configured for thermocouple input types, the module converts the analog
input voltages into cold-junction compensated and linearized digital temperature
readings. The module uses the National Institute of Standards and Technology
(NIST) ITS-90 standard for linearization for all thermocouple types (J, K, T, E,
R, S, B, N, C, L).
When configured for millivolt inputs, the module converts the analog values
directly into digital counts.

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Chapter 2
Installation and Wiring
Section 2.1
Before
You Begin
This chapter tells you how to:
•Determine the power requirements for the modules
•Avoid electrostatic damage
•Install the module
•Wire the module’s terminal block
•Wire input devices
Section 2.2
Required Tools
and Equipment
Have the following tools and equipment ready:
•Medium blade or cross-head screwdriver.
•Thermocouple or millivolt analog input device.
•Shielded, twisted-pair cable for wiring (Belden™ 8761 or equivalent for
millivolt inputs, or shielded thermocouple extension wire for
thermocouple inputs).
•Controller (for example, a MicroLogix™ 1500 or CompactLogix™
controller).
•Programming device and software (for example, RSLogix 500™ or
RSLogix 5000™).
Section 2.3
Compliance to
European Union
Directives
This product is approved for installation within the European Union and EEA
regions. It has been designed and tested to meet the following directives.
2.3.1 EMC Directive
The 1769sc-IT6I module is tested to meet Council Directive 2014/30/EU
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) and the following standards, in whole or
in part, documented in a technical construction file:
•EN 61131-2 Programable controllers, Part 2 - Equipment requirements
and tests.

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•EN 61000-6-2 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 6-2: Generic
standards – Immunity standard for industrial environments.
•EN 61000-6-4 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Part 6-4: Generic
standards – Emission standard for industrial environments.
This product is intended for use in an industrial environment.
2.3.2 Low Voltage Directive
This product is designed to, and verified in compliance with, European Union
Safety Standards:
•EN 61010-1
•EN 61010-2-201
Section 2.4
Power
Requirements
You must ensure that your power supply has sufficient current output to support
your system configuration. The module receives power through the bus interface
from the +5 VDC/+24 VDC system power supply. The maximum current drawn
by the module is shown in the table below:
5 VDC 24 VDC
150 mA 35 mA
The system power supply may be a 1769-PA2, -PB2, -PA4, -PB4, or the internal
supply of the MicroLogix 1500 packaged controller. The module cannot be
located more than 8 modules away from the system power supply.
Section 2.5
General
Considerations
Compact I/O is suitable for use in an industrial environment when installed in
accordance with these instructions. Specifically, this equipment is intended for
use in clean, dry environments Pollution degree 21and to circuits not exceeding
Over Voltage Category II2 (IEC 60664-1 2-)3:
2.5.1 Hazardous Location Considerations
This equipment is suitable for use in Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D or
non-hazardous locations only. Operating temperature code T5 is assumed. The
following WARNING statement applies to use in hazardous locations.
WARNING EXPLOSION HAZARD
1Pollution Degree 2 is an environment where normally only non-conductive pollution occurs except that
occasionally a temporary conductivity caused by condensation shall be expected.
2Over Voltage Category II is the load-level section of the electrical distribution system. At this level, transient
voltages are controlled, and do not exceed the impulse voltage capability of the product’s insulation.
3Pollution Degree 2 and Over Voltage Category II are International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) designations.

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•Substitution of components may impair suitability for Class I,
Division 2. Do not replace components or disconnect equipment
unless power has been switched off or the area is known to be
non-hazardous.
•Do not connect or disconnect components unless power has been
switched off or the area is known to be non-hazardous.
•Device shall be installed in an enclosure which can only be
opened with the use of a tool.
•All wiring must comply with N.E.C. article 501-4(b), 502-4(b), or
503-3(b), as appropriate for Class I, Class II, and Class III
equipment.
2.5.2 Prevent Electrical Discharge
WARNING
Electrostatic discharge can damage integrated circuits or semiconductors if
you touch analog I/O module bus connector pins or the terminal block on
the input module. Follow these guidelines when you handle the module:
•Touch a grounded object to discharge static potential.
•Wear an approved wrist-strap grounding device.
•Do not touch the bus connector or connector pins.
•Do not touch circuit components inside the module.
•If available, use a static-safe workstation.
•When it is not in use, keep the module in its static-shield bag.

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2.5.3 Remove Power
WARNING
Remove power before removing or inserting this module. When you
remove, or insert, a module with power applied, an electrical arc may
occur. An electrical arc can cause personal injury or property damage by:
•Sending an erroneous signal to your system’s field devices,
causing unintended machine motion.
•Causing an explosion in a hazardous environment.
•Causing an electrical arc. Such arcing causes excessive wear to
contacts on both the module and its mating connector and may
lead to premature failure.
2.5.4 Selecting a Location
Reducing Noise
Most applications require installation in an industrial enclosure to reduce the
effects of electrical interference. Analog inputs are highly susceptible to
electrical noise. Electrical noise coupled to the analog inputs will reduce the
performance (accuracy) of the module.
Group your modules to minimize adverse effects from radiated electrical noise
and heat. Consider the following conditions when selecting a location for the
analog module. Position the module:
•Away from sources of electrical noise such as hard-contact switches,
relays, and AC motor drives.
•Away from modules which generate significant radiated heat, such as the
1769-IA16. Refer to the module’s heat dissipation specification.
In addition, route shielded, twisted-pair analog input wiring away from any high
voltage I/O wiring.
Power Supply Distance
You can install as many modules as your power supply can support. However,
all 1769 I/O modules have a power-supply distance rating.

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The maximum I/O module rating is 8, which means that a module may not be
located more than 8 modules away from the system power supply.
Section 2.6 Mounting
WARNING
Keeping module free of debris and avoiding overheating:
•Do not remove protective debris strip until after the module and
all other equipment near the module is mounted and the wiring is
complete.
•Once wiring is complete, and the module is free of debris,
carefully remove protective strip.
•Failure to remove strip before operating can cause overheating.
2.6.1 Minimum Spacing
Maintain spacing from enclosure walls, wire ways, adjacent equipment, etc.
Allow 50.8 mm (2 in.) of space on all sides for adequate ventilation, as shown:

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2.6.2 Parts List
Item Description
1 Bus lever
2a Upper panel mounting tab
2b Lower panel mounting tab
3 Module status LED
4 Module door with terminal identification label
5a Movable bus connector (bus interface) with female pins
5b Stationary bus connector (bus interface) with male pins
6 Nameplate label
7a Upper tongue-and-groove slots
7b Lower tongue-and-groove slots
8a Upper DIN rail latch
8b Lower DIN rail latch
9 Write-on label for user identification tags
10 Removable terminal block (RTB) with finger-safe cover
10a RTB upper retaining screw
10b RTB lower retaining screw
11 CJC sensors

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The module can be attached to the controller or an adjacent I/O module before or
after mounting. For mounting instructions, see Panel Mounting Using the
Dimensional Template or DIN Rail Mounting. To work with a system that is
already mounted, see Replacing a Single Module within a System.
The following procedure shows you how to assemble the Compact I/O system.
1. Disconnect power.
2. Check that the bus lever of the module to be installed is in the unlocked
(fully right) position.
NOTE
If the module is being installed to the left of an existing module, check
that the right-side adjacent module’s bus lever is in the unlocked (fully
right) position.
3. Use the upper and lower tongue-and-groove slots (1) to secure the
modules together (or to a controller).
4. Move the module back along the tongue-and-groove slots until the bus
connectors (2) line up with each other.
5. Push the bus lever back slightly to clear the positioning tab (3). Use your
fingers or a small screwdriver.
6. To allow communication between the controller and module, move the
bus lever fully to the left (4) until it clicks. Ensure it is locked firmly in
place.

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WARNING
When attaching I/O modules, it is very important that the bus connectors
are securely locked together to ensure proper electrical connection.
7. Attach an end cap terminator (5) to the last module in the system by
using the tongue-and-groove slots as before.
8. Lock the end cap bus terminator (6).
WARNING
A 1769-ECR or 1769-ECL right or left end cap respectively must be used
to terminate the end of the 1769 communication bus.
2.6.3 Panel Mounting
WARNING
During panel or DIN mounting of all devices keep them free of debris and
avoiding overheating:
•Do not remove protective debris strip until after the module and
all other equipment near the module is mounted and the wiring is
complete.
•Once wiring is complete, and the module is free of debris,
carefully remove protective strip.
•Failure to remove strip before operating can cause overheating.
Mount the module to a panel using two screws per module. Use M4 or #8
panhead screws. Mounting screws are required on every module.