EtherNet/IP RapID™ Platform Network Interface
Connectivity Solution for 2-Port Adapters
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The RapI D P lat f orm Network Interfa ce is a complete EtherNet/IP Industrial
Ethernet interface available as a module or embedded de s ign
The interface contains everything needed including the communications controller,
protocol stacks, Flash, RAM, and analog driver so the user does not need to know
anything about the EtherNet/IP protocol. All EtherNet/IP capabilities are encapsulated
on this small form factor interface, and can be integrated into any type of automation
equipment from complex control to a simple sensor or actuator. For small form factor
applications the module’s design can be integrated directly into the field device. The
RapID Network Interface connects to a “Host” processor via a UART or 16-bit Parallel
Interface. EtherNet/IP communication has been certified by ODVA, passed several
ODVA-sponsored Plugfests, and tested on the bus with numerous applications to
provide problem-free operation with virtually any EtherNet/IP controller.
Eas y Hardwa re and Software Inte gration
The RapID Network Interface can be integrated into a design as either a module or an embedded design.
As a module, the RapID Network Interface plugs into a board using standard 2.54 mm pitch through-hole pins.
When designing-in the module, hardware integration is as easy as connecting Power/Ground/Reset and
interfacing the Host processor to the UART or 16-bit Parallel
interface. The Ethernet physical interface is ready to plug
into the network. Software for the module is provided as
firmware that is resident on the flash.
As an embedded design, the RapID Network Interface
connects to a board design using the schematics provided.
Also provided are the Bill of Materials and example layouts
to minimize the hardware design effort. Software for the
embedded design is provided as firmware that is
downloaded to the flash. Whether using the RapID Network
Interface as a module or an embedded design, no software
development is required and there are no license fees or
royalties.
Software integration with a Host processor is also easy.
Messages passed between the Host and RapID Network Interface follow a common interface definition when
using either the UART or 16-bit Parallel interface. This interface simplifies communication for sending or
receiving cyclic, acyclic data and alarms. Example C-code is provided to minimize integration effort on the
Host.
Easy Network Integration
RapID Network Interface comes pre-loaded with the latest firmware for EtherNet/IP communication and
includes PriorityChannel™ technology to ensure reliable, real-time network performance. Also included are
EtherNet/IP RapID™ Platform Network Interface
Connectivity Solution for 2-Port Adapters
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the latest features for the EtherNet/IP protocol specification including
Address Conflict Detection (ACD). This feature is useful so devices can be
easily added or removed from the network. When a device is added to a
network, it is sometimes useful to retrieve information directly from the
device. A Web Server is provided for this purpose. The server can be
customized to show device and company-specific information.
An ESD file is required for EtherNet/IP. This file describes a device’s
capabilities to the controller. The example ESD file provided can be
tailored to describe the exact features of the final product.
Easy Evaluation, Fast P roduct Developm e nt
The Evaluation Kit available for the RapID Network Interface provides quick assessment for interfacing a
Host processor to the module. Simply connect the Host processor development board to the RapID Network
Interface evaluation board via the UART or 16-bit Parallel interface. Once Host-side communication is
established, EtherNet/IP communication can be evaluated using 3rd-Party, PC-based Tools. The
communication path between Host processor and EtherNet/IP controller can be completely verified before
integrating the module into the actual automation equipment hardware.
Parameter
Details
Host Processor
Any CPU or DSP
Host Processor Interfaces
UART (up to 520 kBaud)
16-bit Parallel (up to 12.5 Mbps )
Network Interface
Data Transport: IEEE 802.3
Data Rate: 10/100 Mbps
Ports: 2
Environmental Conditions
-40C to +85C
Power Supply
Voltage: 3.3 VDC
Power consumption: 1.3W
TCP/IP
ICMP, IGMP, ARP, SNTP, BSD
4.4A socket, DNS, BOOTP, DHCP,
TELNET, FTP, TFTP, HTTP
(server & client), CGI, SNMP
EtherNet/IP
Cyclic Input Data: 504 bytes
Cyclic Output Data: 504 bytes
Cycle time: 1 ms (min.)
Standard Objects: Identity Object,
Message Rout e Objec t, As s em bl y
Object, Connection Manager,
Ethernet Link Object, TCP/IP
Object
DHCP,ACD
Compliance
RoHS, CE, ODVA
