An example of a conveyor layout is a great way to illustrate the Integrated PLC Topology Configuration method.
| Module Mode | I.P. Address | DAP from Hardware Catalog | Profinet Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full ZPA | 192.168.0.20 | ConveyLinx-Ai in ZPA mode | feeder |
| Full ZPA with Merger | 192.168.0.21 | ConveyLinx-Ai merger | merge |
| ConveyLogix Interface | 192.168.0.22 | ConveyLinx-Ai in PLC mode with ConveyLogix | divert |
| Full PLC Controlled | 192.168.0.23 | ConveyLinx-Ai in PLC mode | workstation |
| Reduced ZPA | 192.168.10.20 | ConveyLinx-Ai in reduced ZPA mode | spur |
| Reduced PLC Controlled | 192.168.15.20 | ConveyLinx-Ai in reduced PLC mode | reject |
For this example, add these to your network in the same fashion as described earlier in the Examples of Adding Modules section. Because our example is using a switch, you need to select a Profinet switch from the Catalog. In our example we selected a SCLANCE XF204 four port switch. Here is a view showing all the items added to our topology including the Profinet switch and ConveyLinx modules.
Connecting PLC and Switch
To make a topology connection, click and drag from the small connection square on the PLC to one of the ports on the switch.
